The talking machine world (Jan-Dec 1908)

64 THE TALKING MACHINE WORLD. ing box of a talking machine; Fig. 2 is a side elevation of the device shown in Fig. 1 detached from the sounding box; Fig. 3 is a side elevation of a device embodjing a modified form of the device; and Fig. 4 is a cross-section taken on the line 4 — 4 of Fig. 3. Record Holding Ayu Shifting Attachments FOR Phonoc RAPHs. Thomas V. Skelly, Chicago, III. Patent No. 874..54S. The main objects of this invention are to provide an improved construction for the recordshifting apparatus of magazine phonographs or similar devices in which a plurality of records are held in a n magazine and r^u. W i\\ arranged so that any of the records may be shifted into operative position with respect to the phonograph or other machine at the will of the operator; to provide, in a mechanism of this class, a structure which will insure proper alinement between the phonograph support and the supports of the magazine when shifting records from one to the other, which will prevent the shifting of the magazine when a record is removed therefrom, and which will prevent the operation of the record-shifting apparatus except when the magazine is properly positioned with relation to the holder of the machine; and to provide improved means for causing the shifting mechanism to automatically disengage the record after the same has ^ been properly placed vLVon the holder of the machine. Fig. 1 is a diagrammatic top plan view of a phonograph having a record holder attached thereto, constructed in accordance with the principles of this invention. Fig, 2 is a sectional view on line 2 — 2 of Fig. 1. Fig. 3 is a side elevation of a portion of the holder shown in Fig. 1, partly in section. Fig. 4 is a view of a portion of the holder on line 4 — 4 of Fig. 1. Fig. 5 is a sectional view on line 5 — 5 of Fig. 1. Fig. 6 is a detail view of one of the springs for positioning the shifter. Sound-Amplifying Horn. James F. Wheeler, Grand Valley, Col., assignor of one-half to Frank W. De Witt, same place. Patent No. 873,643. This invention relates to phonograph horns, and particularly contemplates the provision of an improved con.str notion Whereby sound may be amplified and created more distinct in its passage therethrough. Fig. 1 is a c e nt r a 1 longitudinal sectional view taken through the improved horn. Fig. 2 is an end view ,^ looking for wardly into the same. Fig. 3 is a rear end elevation, and Fig. 4 is a face view of the blank used to form the bell end of the horn. Horn for Talking Machines. Adolph G. Soistmann, Philadelphia, Pa. Patent No. 873,908. This invention relates to improvements in horns for talking machines, and the object is to provide an improved structure combining simplicity of construction, strength, and lightness in weight, and tone qualities capable of producing a maximum resonance. R e f e r r ing to the drawings. Fig. 1 is a side elevation of the horn. Fig. 2 is a longitudinal vertical section thereof, and Fig. 3 is a cross-section o n line 3, 3 of Fig. 2, on an enlarged scale. Holmes, Concord, mm Phonograph. Horace F. N. H. Patent No. 873,860. This Invention relates to especially to the manner of connecting the diaphragm to the reproducer or recorder lever, the object of the invention being to provide a novel connection between these -'^^ parts in increased smoothness and distinctness in the sound produced. Fig. 1 is a central section through reproducer embodying the invention; Fig. 2 is a section on an enlarged scale on the line x — x Fig. 1. Phonograph. Joseph Bornand, of Pelham, and Burchard Theons, New York, N. Y. Patent No. 873,013. The invention relates to talking machines in which the sound tube is stationary and the record is movable. It resides in the means for mounting the sound tube and for mounting and operating the record support, so that the record will be automatically moved by the engagement of the stylus of the sound reproducer with the spiral groove in the record. The record support is so mounted and connected with a fixed source of power that it may be driven without any interference with its motion in a straight line beneath the stylus of the reproducer. In the accompanying drawings. Fig. 1 is a side elevation showing the device; Fig. 2 is a plan of the same device; Fig. 3 is an elevation of a modified form of the device; and Fig. 4 is a plan view of this modification. phonographs, and Serve up something attractive and you will get results. A good cook knows how to fix up tempting dishes. 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