Hudson River bridge design plan1906; Oddball navy ships; Lowry cotton picker - $10 - (Montevideo, MN)

This is a complete issue of Scientific American from 1906 with the cover and article about the proposed Henry Hudson Memorial bridge to mark the tricentennial of the river's European discovery. The bridge wasn't built until decades later. Inside is a story and illustrations about "Curiosities of Naval Architecture" from around the world that are frankly odd and proving that the defense industry worldwide has always been creative. Included are round vessels, globular ships, a circular battleship. Also, a photo and article on a new cotton picking machine developed by George A. Lowry. The device saved labor; total cost including wages of workers was $4.75 vs. $10 manually for a 10-hour picking 5 acres. Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.

Posted in Montevideo, MN, Antiques
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