19th century illustration of a peat-compressing machinery. Patented in the late 19th century, and introduced by Messrs. Clayton, Son and Howlett of th

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19th century illustration of a peat-compressing machinery. Patented in the late 19th century, and introduced by Messrs. Clayton, Son and Howlett of the Atlas Works, London. Published in 'The Practical Magazine, an Illustrated Cyclopedia of Industrial News, Inventions and Improvements, collected from foreign and British sources for the use of those concerned in raw materials, machinery, manufactures, building, and decoration.' (Wedwood, Watt & Bennett & Co., London/Birmingham, 1873).

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