Robinson, H. P. (Henry Peach), 1830-1901, author, Abney, William de Wiveleslie, Sir, 1843-1920, author, Piper & Carter, publisher · London : Piper & Carter · leaf 40
28 DRYING SENSITIVE PAPER, with this latter corner, and adheres to it from the moisture. This collects the draining from the paper whilst drying, and pre- Fig. 7. Tents a loss of 'silver, since it can subsequently be detachedand placed amongst the residues for burning. … Fig. 8. There is another mode of floating large sheets of paper, which is sometimes recommended. One corner is turned up about a quarter of an inch. This is held by the forefinger and thumb of the left hand, and the opposite comer of the diagonal held by the right hand. The first comer is brought…
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