768 ....... THE COLLIERY GUARDIAN. April 3, 1914. tSAOHIHERY. /Xillott’s Improved “ Gillott and Copley” X-M Rotary COAL-CUTTING MACHINES. See Illustrated Adver tisement fortnightly. Sole Makers: JOHN GILLOTT & SON, Barnsley. For Sale, New Steel Lancashire Boileis, ready for immediate deliveryOther sizes in progress. 30 ft. long by 8 ft. diameter, for 1001b. working pressure. 30 ft. „ 8 ft. ,, 1601b. „ 30 ft. „ 8 ft. 6 in., 1201b. „ SPURS, INMAN & CO. LTD., Calder Vale Boiler Works, Wakefield. Locomotives of every description, Col- liery or main lines; COAL-CUTTER MACHINES to undercut up to 6 ft.—YOBKSHIBB BNGINB OO. LTD., Meadow Hall Works, Sheffield. ails. 250 tons of good Relayable Steel Flange, about 741b. per yard, also a quantity from 14 lb. upwards. Quantity of Bull Head RAILS, all suitable for sidings; all accessories to suit. B. BI. BENTON & OO., Midland Works, Savile-street, Sheffield. 3 750-kw. Turbo Alternators with Con- densers, 440 volts; a high-class Corliss Engine, by Marshall, 16in. cylinder, 33in. stroke, in splendid condition; Babcock Boiler, 1,176 square feet heating surface; pair of 15 in. Robey Drop Valve Engines, 33 in. stroke; Steam Alternator, 2,100 volts; single phase 35-kw. Ventilating or Electric Lighting Engine, by Browett, cylinders 8in. and 14in.by 8in. stroke,totally enclosed; Hydraulic Pump (Duplex), steam 12in., water lin., 10in stroke. Send for our catalogue. HARRY H. GARDAM & CO. LTD., Staines. Rickaby, Bloomfield Engine Works, .• Sunderland. Re East Gwanda Mines. Three-throw PUMPS. 4,7, 8 in. rams. * Compound Vertical ENGINES, 5^—9J by 6 stroke. DYNAMO, 220 v., 40 amps., 10-h.p. Motor, 220 v. “ /Champion ” Air Compressor, new Vertical Single Stage, 7^ in. by 9 in. steam, 8^ in. by 9 in. air, 80 cubic feet free air to 70 lb.; modern design and well made, ready immediate delivery.—Apply, MANAGER, Vulcan Works, Winchester. For Sale, 1 Whittaker Semi-dry Double BRICK PRESS, suitable for brick or briquette making; also 2 single do., made bj Johnson, Leeds.—Apply, LONDON BBICK CO., Peterborough. For bale, 16 in. cylinder six-whee] coupled, Saddle Tank LOCOMOTIVE, by Pecketts, 1501b. w.p., built 1902. 13 in., 12in., lOin. and 9^ in. cylinders six and four-wheel LOCOMOTIVES, by leading makers. BENTLEY & JUBB, Lower Ince, Wigan. Cross Compound Corliss Engine, by Musgraves, 17 in. by. 33 in. by 42 in.; 2 TURBO ALTERNATORS, each rated to give 1,550 k.v.a., 50 cycles, 1,500 r.p.m., voltage 6,600, with Condensers and Edwards Air Pumps ; two 100-k.w. Beiliss Crompton GENERATING SETS, 500/550 volts; pairs 25 in. and 10 in. WINDING ENGINES; pair 20in. by 3ft. HAULING ENGINES; pairs 10 in. by 12 in. HAULING ENGINES, two drums ; pairs 18£ in. and 13? in. Vertical “Robey” ENGINES; Evans SINKING PUMP, 21 by 16 by 24; 3 Com- pressed Air Hurd B\R COAL CUTTERS, 5ft.; Erith Patent HEATER SOFTENER, capacity 10,000 gallons per hour. B. H. LONGBOTHAM & CO. LTD., Wakefield. For Sale, 2 Mavor & Coulson’s Compressed Air BAR COAL CUTTERS with about £200 worth of spares. Can be seen at the GBBAT MOUNTAIN COLLIERY, Tumble, near Llanelly, by appointment. For Sale, one Mavor & Coulson’s Pick- quick “ A ” size Electrical COAL CUTTER, complete and in good working order; also a large quantity of Bridge Rails. 221b. per yard, 6 and 9 ft. lengths.—Apply, DAVID DAVIES, 21, West Bute-street, Bute Docks, Cardiff. For Sale, Electric Plant as under :— One equal to new 100 kw. Belliss-Morcom ” Balancer ” Electric GENERATING SET, 230 volts. One 200-h.p. Willans Vertical High-speed ENGINE, with extended sole- plate for carrying Dynamo. Two powerful Diagonal STEAM WINCHES, by Clarke, Chapman & Co., 6in. cylinder by 10in. stroke. RIDDEL & CO., 40, St. Enoch-square, Glasgow. FOR SALE. 90 tons of New Perfect Steel Bridge Rails, 16 lb. per yard, 6 ft. lengths, punched for nails. 800 tons Relayable Steel B.H. Rails, 80/85 lb. per yard, with all accessories. 250 tons Relayable Steel 50/56 lb. Flange Rails, with accessories. 20 tons Nearly New Steel Flange Rails, 41|, and 44 lb. per yard, with accessories. 150 tons New Perfect Steel Flange Rails, 14, 16, 18, and 201b. per yard, with Fishplates (delivery ex stock). 50 tons of capital second-hand Steel Bridge Rails, 100 lb. per yard. 4,000 good second-hand Creosoted Railway Sleepers, 9 ft. by lOin. byi5in.; also large quantity of ditto Crossing Timbers. ’ 20/25 tons of good second-hand Steel Flange Rails, about 20 lb. per yard. 100 tons of good second-hand Iron Flange Rails, about 28 lb. per yard. Also 100 tons of 40/45 lb. per yard. A large stock of capital second-hand steel 2/3rd and 1-yard Side-tipping Wagons, 24 in. gauge. \ Also 20 capital second-hand Crane Tipping Skeps, and 6 good second-hand Contractors’ Hand Carts. Inspection invited of all Material offered. : Cash Buyers of Machinery, Plant, old Iron and Steel Scrap, Metals, Indiarubber, &c., New and Second-hand Bails, and all Accessories, Sleepers, &c. MARPLE & GILLOTT LTD., SHEFFIELD. FOR SALE.I Horizontal Hauling Engine, with two drums, pair of 10 in. cylinders, 12 in. stroke. ’ Horizontal HAULING ENGINE, with steel frames, pair of 6in. cyls., 9^ in. stroke, drum 2 ft. 6 in. diameter, 4 ft. wide. Pair of Coupled Horizontal ENGINES (by Tangyes), 14 in. cylinders, 30 in. stroke. Powerful Horizontal Worm - driven STEAM WINCH, pair of 16 in. cylinders, 10 in. stroke. ; Horizontal Worm-driven STEAM WINCH, pair of 12 in. cylinders, 9 in. ' Horizontal Worthington Compound DUPLEX PUMP, 12 in. by 18Jin. by 10? in. by 18 in., brass fitted. Horizontal Worthington DUPLEX PUMP, 16 in. by 7^ in. by 10 in., brass fitted. Direct-acting SPECIAL PUMP, 16in. by 9 in. by 10in., brass fitted (by Gould & Garrison, U.S.A.). Cameron Type BOILER FEED PUMP, 12 in. steam cylinders, 7|in. rams, 10 in. stroke. Double RAILWAY WHEEL and AXLE TURNING LATHE, to swing up to 3 ft. 6 in. diameter. CATALOGUE of stock MACHINERY, 2-3,000 LOTS, free on application. Inspection invited. W. WOD LIMITED, albion works, * Tel.—** Forward, Sheffield.” SHEFFIELD. MACHINERY—continued. The Buie Works Supply Co. Ltd., Cardiff. JL Telegrams—’* Gething, Cardiff ” Telephone No. 2645 (4 lines). (Established 1888). WANTED. LOCOMOTIVE.—Two 2ft. 6in. gauge, cylinders not less than 9in., also one standard gauge, 4 wheels coupled, and one 6 wheels coupled Tank Loco., the larger the cylinders the better; all must be in good working order and ready for immediate work. State present working pressure, wnere to be seen, and lowest cash price. FOR SALE. STEEL RAILS with Accessories when required. RAILWAY WAGONS.—Ten-tonners for prompt delivery, new specifica- tion, for cash or redemption hire; all now in main line traffic. Also Wheels and Axles and Wagon material, new and second-hand. EARTH WAGONS.—Contractors, end and side tippers, wood or steel, any gauge. PASSENGER CARRIAGES.—Two four-wheeled third-class Coaches, five compartments in each, both have automatic vacuum throughout; now at Cardiff. THUNDERBOLT HAMMER DRILLS as supplied the British Admiralty. Catalogues on application. LIFTING JACKS.—18 12-tonners, good as new, with brass nuts, cheap to clear. Particulars on application. LOCOMOTIVES.—One 4 wheels coupled, standard gauge, by Manning, Wardle & Co., in perfect order at about half the price of new, cylinders 9in. by 14 in., 140 lb. pressure, recently thoroughly overhauled and painted, now at Cardiff ready for immediate delivery. Photo and further particulars on application. Also one 4 wheels coupled (type 4-4-2) radial Bogie Tank E gine, built by Beyer, Peacock & Co., Manchester, cylinders 18in. by 24 in., wheel base 8 ft. 6in., driving wheels 5 ft. 7 in., 140 lb. working pressure, total weight in working order 59 tons, fitted with steam and hand brakes, and vacuum brake fittiners for applying the vacuum automatic brake to trains. For Sale, 50 to 100 Sets excellent Wheels and AXLES, 10 tons, 6 ft. 7? in. centres, cast bosses.—Full details and price upon application to EBNEST E. CORNFORTH, Stoke-on-Trent. TXTinding Engines, splendid pair with V V cylinders 22in. diameter, drum 11 ft. diameter, and pair of 30 in., with drum to suit purchaser ; second-hand, cheap for quick sale before removal.—RATCLIFFE & SONS, Hawarden Iron Works, Chester. For Sale, hirst-class Engine and Boiler, 200-b.h.p., can be seen at work. ENGINE.—High and low pressure Tandemand Condensing, dimensions about 14 in. high, 26 in. low pressure, 3 ft. stroke, flywheel 10 ft. 6 in., by Messrs. Spencers, Melksham. BOILER.—About 32 ft. long by 7 ft. 6 in., working pressure 1001b., by Thompson’s, Ettingshall. Apply, T. W. HALE, Timber Merchant, WALSALL. PROPERTIES. anted for immediate Buyers, York- ehire, Lancashire, and Durham Collieries; also I have several good collieries for sale.—JEYES, Surveyor, Shenfield. /Colliery wanted in Midlands or Lanca- shire, £100,000 to £200,000.—Particulars in strict confidence, to “ COALS,” Box 5622, C lliery Guardian Office, 30 & 31, Furnival-street, Holborn, London, E.C. EDUCATION. Universal Mining School. Lessons by Post. Thorough preparation for all Mining Exams. Syllabus free. T. A. SOUTHERN and H. W. HALBAUM, The U.M.S., 215, Cardiff. IVT ining Electricity, Correspondence !▼ 1 Lessons for those engaged in Mining. Thorough and practical. Special Short Course. Inclusive Fee 25/- Write for prospectus, the ELECTRO-TECHNICAL BUREAU, 312, Deansgate, Manchester. DIREC TORS HIPS. entleman is desirous of joining ViA Directorate of one or two Colliery Companies, Yorkshire preferred. —State qualification and fees, and any other information, in confidence, to Box 5611, Colliery Guardian Office, 30 & 31, Furnival-street, Holborn, London, E.C. FINANCE, China Clay Company, Cornwall (London office), well established and profit earning, is building an additional kiln, and requires a Director who will invest £5,000 in 7 per cent, preference shares (participating up to 10 per cent.) and attend board meetings at a fee to be agreed; if desired some debentures or ordinary shares can be arranged for; open to closest investigation.—Particulars from Messrs. ARNOLD & CO., 76, Cannon-street, London, E.C. Financing.—Wanted by a reputable Firm of coal exporters, 50/100 second-hand or new Wagons financed over 7 years ; genuinebusiness, principals only.—Box 5621, Collierv Guardian Office, 30 & 31, Furnival-street, Holborn, London, E.C. “THOMPSON” DISH ENDED BOILERS. We have m stock ready for immediate delivery, 2 DISH END BOILERS, 30ft. by 9ft. 3in., 160 w.p. 3 „ ,, 30 ft. by 8ft. 3in., 160 w.p. 1 „ „ 30 ft. by 8 ft. 3 in., 100 w.p. And many other smaller sizes and lower pressures. Also the following second-hand BOILERS:—3 Economic and 2 Water Tube Boilers. JOHN THOMPSON, Wolverhampton, Eng. BOLTS AND NUTS FOR COLLIERIE S. Large quantity of best quality black iron bolts and nuts, all sizes, new and in good condition. Low prices accepted. Samples and full particulars on request. Box 5560, Colliery Guardian Office, 30 & 31, Furnival Street, Holborn, London, E.C. Tank Locomotives. Specification & Workmanship equal to Main Line Engines. R. & W. HAWTHORN, LESLIE & CO., LTD., NEWCASTLE-ON-TYNE. — Locomotives always in stock or in progress. — Telegrams—« Locomotive.” Workmanship and Materials of the Highest Quality. Built to any Specification or Gauge PECKETT & SOHS, ATLAS LOCOMOTIVE WORKS, BRISTOL. Situations Vacant & Wanted. Charge {which must be prepaid): One Penny per word; minimum, 2s. 6d. VA/"anted for a large Colliery in the V V County of Durham, a capable UNDER-MANAGER with a first- class certificate; must have experience both in bord and pillar and longwall working, also main and tail and endless rope haulages—Apply, stating age, salary required, and copies of two recent testimonials, to Box 5612, Colliery Guardian Office, 30 & 31, Furnival-street, Holborn, London, E.C. TYTanted for a Colliery, a thoroughly V V competent man able to put lines on accurately and quickly ; will be required to devote the whole of his time underground; none but those having the above qualifications need apply.—Apply, Box 5619, Colliery Guardian Office, 30 & 31, Furnival-street, Holborn, London, E.C. /Colliery Enginewright required. — Written application addressed AGENT, Florence Cclliery, Longtom Purveyor required (temporary) after Easter, assist in surveying large area, capable of undertaking work him- self if necessary, plot, prepare mounted plans, produce specimen workman- ship if required ; only competent and active men need apply.—State age,, experience, salary, references, Box 5620, Colliery Guardian Office, 30 & 31, Furnival-street, Holborn, London, E.C. J) epresentative wanted to take charge of 11 London offiie, must be energetic and with exceptional experience; good opening and salary for man of first-class ability, with knowledge of London trade preferred.—Apply, with full particulars and salary required, to W. H. BO WATER LTD., Stephenson-place, Birmingham. |V/rining Surveyor (qualified) desires It a change of district as CHIEF SURVEYOR at colliery home or Colonies; 14 years’ experience in mining and estate work, skilled draughts- man, excellent credentials.—Box 5592, Colliery Guardian Office, 30 & 31, Furnival-stree', Holborn, London. E.C. Waited by an active young man, age 24,10 years in coal trade, position as MANAGING CLERK ; good ledger clerk, neat and careful; highest references.—Apply, “ B.A.O.T.,” Box 5314, Collierv Guardian Office, 30 & 31, Furnival-street, Holborn, London, E.C. - A dvertiser seeks berth as Clerk or TRAVELLER; thorough knowledge of trade: 14 years’ experience, age >8; excellent references.—Apply, “ B.A.C.T.,” Box 5582, Colliery Guardian Office, 30 & 31, Furnival-street. Holborn. London, E.C. Position required as Coal Traveller; able salesman or retail depot manager; some years’ experience.—Apply, “ B.A.C.T.,” Box 5416, Colliers Guardia* Office, 30 & 31, Furnival-street, Holborn, London. E.C. Experienced Traveller in London Coal trade, requires nosition as REPRESENTATIVE or MANAGER; practical knowledge of steam and house coal; highest references given.— Apply, “ B.A.C.T.,” Box 5602, Colliery Guardian Office, 30 & 31, Furnival- street, Holborn, London, E.C. TXTanted, position as Bookkeeper, Cashier TV or CLERK, competent to take full charge cost sheets, wages, stores buying, &c.; first-class references.—Apply, Box 5604, Colliery Guar- dian Office. 30 & 31, Furnival-street, Holborn, London, E C. Brattice Cloth. — Gentleman Wanted with influence amongst colliery managers and proprietors, to sell BRATTICE CLOTH on good commission only.—Address,FAIRCLOUGH & SONS, Bank’lane, Clayton, near Manchester. TENDERS. jl/Tining Timber. —Talk o’th’ Hill Colliery It A Ltd., Stoke-on-Trent, invite offers of Swedish CUT PROPS. Contract 12 months from 1st May. Specification on application, COMMERCIAL GAS COMPANY. TENDERS FOR COAL. he Directors are prepared to receive TENDERS for the supply of 150,000 tons of Clean, Drv,Unscreened, Fresh-wrought GAS COALS, delivered f.o.b. to the Company’s Steamers at any suitable port during a period of 12 months commencing 1st June, 1914. The deliveries to be in about equal monthly quantities. Payment in cash monthly. Particulars and forms of contract may be obtained from the Engineer and General Manager, Mr. S. H. Jones. The Directors do not bind themselves to accept the lowest or any tender. Tenders, sealed and endorsed ” Tender for Coals,” to be addressed to the Chairman, and delivered at the Company’s offices not later than nine a.m’ on the 16th inst. Commercial Gas Works, Stepney, E., April 1.1914. THIRD EDITION. Croon ffob.. cloth, lettered. 114 pp. Price 2e. /Colliery Ventilation. By J. Stanley James, ,M.E. The chief object of this small treatise is to afford some assist- ance to candidates for Colliery Managers’ Certificates of Competency, both, first and second class. The principles involved have been first worked out in a general form, and afterwards numerical examples have been taken, the calculations of which have been fully worked out so as to make them intel- ligible to those who may not possess much knowledge of algebra. THE COLLIERY GUARDIAN CO. LTD., 50 & 31. Furnival-street, Holborn, London, E.C. Price 2s. ’’Useful alike to the Student and Practical Man.” /Colliery Manager’s Catechism, containing Practical and Scientific Information for the use of Students. By W. FAIRLEY, F.G.S. The author conveys his information by means of more than 670 questions and answers, under the following chapter headings :— The Coal Mines Regulation Act, 1887 —Geology—Ventilation—Gases— Varieties of Coal and other Fuel—Steam, Boilers and Engines—Practical Mining—Mathematics—Land and Mine Surveying — Applied Mechanics- Statistics—Electricity—Miscellaneous Subjects — Appendix (Text of the Mines Regulation Act, 1887). THE COLLIERY GUARDIAN CO. LTD., 30 & 31, Furnival-street, Holborn, London, E.C. 1 Cloth, Price is. 6d. net* SUGGESTED EUGES FOR RECOVERING COAL MINES AFTER EXPLOSIONS AND FIRES. By W. E. GARFORTH. THE COLLIERY GUARDIAN CO. LTD., 30 & 31, Furnival Street, Holborn, London, E.C. COLLIERY OWNERS MANUFACTURING BRICKS SHOULD 8UBS0BIB1I TO THE BRITISH CLAY-WORKER The Organ of the Brick and Tile\Trades. Published Monthly. Subscription: 8s. per annum, post tree. Send for Specimen Copy to the Publisher, THE BRITISH CLAY-WORKER, 48, ESSEX-ST., LONDON, W.C, *#* For later Advertisements and Scale of Charges see Page 742 (Leader Page). Printed ai d Published by the Proprietors, Th® Collibry Guardian Oompawy Limited, 30 & 31, Furnival Street, Holborn, London, E.C. Friday, April 3, 1914,