^LOOUE '’its AND MILL OLEAM NewY©|k Of Ft cm . 74- West 23^ St. fBNflHiMl Beware of Fraudulent and Worthless Imitations, T HE great popularity which the Wilson Partitions and Blinds have secured at home and abroad is proving an incentive to unscrupu- lous persons to infringe the patents by manufacturing and offering for sale spurious imitations. The manufacturer is determined to prose- cute with the utmost rigor all persons who infringe upon his rights, whether by making, vending, or using the Wilson patented manu- factures without his permission. James G. Wilson, Macon, Mich., January 16, 1896. Manufacturer of Rolling Partitions, etc., New York. Sir : The specifications for the construction of the new Reformed Church in this place called for Wilson’s Rolling Partitions between lecture-room and main audience- room. What purported to be your Partitions were furnished by a firm and placed in the church, but owing to dissatisfaction on account of their working hard, being noisy, and their general makeup and appearance not being up to what was expected, an investigation was started, which revealed the fact that they were not the genuine “ Wilson’s Rolling Partitions,” but “ something just as good” — in fact, a substitution of another make; whose I cannot say, as the manufacturer neglected to put his name or address on them. Of course, the contractor was required to remove these and replace them with the genuine “ Wilson Rolling Partitions,” as the contract called for; and we, as members of the Build- ing Committee, wish to express to you our appreciation of your Partitions, as they work easy, are practically noiseless, of good material, well finished, and their construction and general appearance all that can be desired, and we take pleasure in recommending them to any who may have occasion to use anything of this kind in the construction of churches or other public buildings. W. S. Morden, Chairman of Committee. C. L. Morgan, Treasurer Building Committee. Stapleton, Staten Island, N. Y., James G. Wilson, Esq., November 15, 1895. 74 West Twenty-third Street, New York. Dear Sir: Your Rolling Blackboard Partitions in Concord School District No. 2, which you put up this summer, are working splendidly, and are found to be a great con- venience, the Blackboard surface being very useful. I consider we are exceedingly fortu- nate in finding out in time that the first lot of rolling partitions put in by the contractor were not the genuine article; they would not work, and possessed a very crude and rough appearance. They were said to be the Wilson Partition, but the name of the manu- facturer was not upon them. If we could have made them work we might not have found out they were not genuine, although I should not have used any more, on account of their mean appearance; but, luckily for us, we notified you to come and see us, and the prompt manner in which you took out these very unsightly things and substituted others of your own make was very gratifying, and all has ended well, especially as we had not paid for the imitation articles, and, of course, shall not do so. We have had a very trying experi- ence, but, thanks to you, are well out of it. Yours truly, Chas. Schmeiser, Architect. TESTIMONIALS. It has been customary in all previous Catalogues to include testi- monials from customers, and fifteen pages were devoted to this pur- pose in the last edition; but they have now become so numerous that it is found more convenient to publish them in a separate pamphlet. Until this is issued all inquirers in any part of the country can be furnished with references in their own neighborhood. 1897 COMPLETE CATALOGUE OF WILSON’S SPECIALTIES IMPROVED AND BROUGHT UP TO DATE BY 26 YEARS' EXPERIENCE # J. GODFREY WILSON PATENTEE AND MANUFACTURER COPYRIGHT BY JAMES GODFREY WILSON NEW YORK, N. Y. 1897 Aveay COLUMBIA library UNlVEp “’jy THE MERSHON COMPANY PRESS RAHWAY, N. J. INTRODUCTORY. S INCE the publication of my Catalogue in 1892 I have very greatly improved all my Rolling Minds, and have added to the list of my manufactures many other Blinds and Shutters which I believe to be the best of their respective kinds. They will be found fully illus- trated and described in the following pages, and form a comprehensive pamphlet on the subject which will repay perusal by all who are interested in building. To those who are seeking the cheapest — that is to say, the lowest priced Blinds in the market — 1 would state frankly that they will not find them described or illustrated in this Catalogue. My efforts have always been in the direction of improvement , and the reduction of cost made a secondary consideration. The faithful adherence to this policy for the past twenty-five years has brought my goods to a very high state of perfection, securing for them at International Exhibitions, at home and abroad, the Highest Awards, and bringing to me a vast number of commendatory letters from customers who are using them. I intend to maintain the pres- ent high standard of excellence, and all who favor me with orders may rest assured that the work intrusted to me will be skillfully executed. 3 4 J. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876. ROLLING VENETIAN BLINDS. ILSON’S ROLLING VENETIAN BLIND is handsome, dur- v ” able, and artistic; it takes the place of the cumbersome fold- ing blinds (always unmanageable), obviates the studding out and boxing, and while thus securing a great deal of extra space in the room, is very much more convenient in operation, and presents an appearance unequaled by any other known piece of window furniture. It possesses greater strength than the folding or sliding blind, is more readily and easily handled, and affords more efficient security against thieves. The slats are so arranged that the air and light are admitted, and a view from within can be obtained, although they cannot be seen through from without. This blind can be fitted either inside or outside the glass. As an inside blind it is generally made of hard wood and handsomely finished ; it serves well, however, as an outside blind, and has, when so applied, given very great satisfaction. Observing a great increase in the demands for Outside Blinds, I have given this subject special attention, with the result that the out- side Rolling Venetian, which I introduced in 1876, has been entirely reconstructed. My English Venetian also has been remodeled and new features added to both, which increase in a marked degree their use- fulness, convenience, and durability. Personal investigation of simi- lar manufactures in Europe (where blinds of this character are univer- sally used) enables me to assert with confidence that the blinds I now offer are superior to any in the world. WILSON’S INSIDE ROLLING VENETIAN. 74 WEST 23Z> STREET, NEW YORK 5 Interior view of triple-mullioned window. The upper blinds roll in pocket provided over head of frame; the lower blinds are hung on weights and slide behind panel back. 6 /. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876. IMPROVED ROLLING BLIND. With “Hartford ” Lower Panel. An Elegant and Artistic Piece of Window Furniture. March 13, 1897. To J. G. Wilson, Esq.: In answer to your inquiry as to the Rolling Blinds put in my house fifteen years ago, I may say l like them so well that I instructed my architect, Mr. Ernest Flagg, to put them in my new house I am now building at Sixty-seventh Street and Madison Avenue. R. Fulton Cutting 74 WEST 23/7 STREET , zYA TT YORK 7 IMPROVED ROLLING VENETIAN. For Inside. Rolling Entirely in Pocket Above Window-head having no Lower Panel. It imparts a cheerful aspect to the apartment, giving a soft, pleasant, and subdued light, and being made in a variety of choice woods, can be made to harmonize perfectly with the surroundings of the room. Mr. James G. Wilson. March 9, 1897. Dear Sir: In reply to your inquiry, I am pleased to say of your Rolling Blinds that they have worked in a most satisfactory manner. Yours truly, Lloyd Phcenix. /. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876. THE “HARTFORD” INSIDE FOLDING BLIND. This Blind is so constructed as to obviate the use of a rod for turning the slats. 1 he slats are operated by a thumb-catch in the bead (see cuts below). The great advantages of this arrangement are obvious, and twenty years usage has proved it superior to any folding blind in the market Fig. i. Fig. i shows finished panels of a Blind, with thumb-catch for operating slats. Fig. 2 shows the ratchet mechanism in bead by which the slats are operated, and thumb-catch in the bead. The panels are movable, and can be removed from the Blind frame at pleasure. This Blind has been fur- nished to a large number of the finest mansions through- out the country. It is not a cheap blind. 1 he panels of lower Blinds shown on pages 5 and 6 are made as shown above. 74 WEST23D STREET, NEW YORK. 9 OUTSIDE ROLLING VENETIAN. The slats are fixed with spaces between, admitting air but excluding view from with- out, coiling in a pocket above window frame. CAN FURNISH TWENTY YEARS’ REFERENCE. IO /. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876. OUTSIDE ROLLING VENETIAN. Arranged to form an awning. Coiling in a pocket above window frame. This Blind is very strong and durable, and when closed is a protection against sneak thieves. It can be roiled up entirely out of sight. 74 WE SI' 23/1 STREET , AT? IF YORK. ROLLING OUTSIDE BLIND. Made of Steel or Wood. Wh en made of steel it is Fire and Burglar proof. When made of wood the slats are close, fitting together with a rule joint. It will admit no air or light. (For detail see page 15 .) J. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876. 12 WILSON’S ROLLING VENETIAN BLIND. Fitted to Piazzas. A Piazza can in an instant be transformed into a Summer-room, and the House Kept Cool in Summer and Warm in Winter. 3 o East Thirty-seventh Street, New York, March 17, 1897. Mr. J. G. Wilson. Dear SIR : The Rolling Blinds which you fitted to my piazzas at Lenox, Mass., about fourteen years ago are still in use, and have' done excellent service. I like them very much indeed arid can strongly recommend them. Yours truly Charles Lanier. , 74 WEST 23 D STREET, NEW YORK. 13 DETAILS FOR ROLLING BLINDS. Inside. This represents Blind rolling entirely above. (LOWER SLIDING PANEL IS SHOWN ON PAGE 17.) 14 J. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876. DETAILS FOR ROLLING BLINDS. Inside — In Cornice. Brick. Frame. Lower panels can be omitted. The joists can be trimmed and coil of blind placed between ceiling and floor. 74 WEST 23 D STREET , NEW YORK. 15 DETAILS FOR ROLLING BLINDS. Outside. Frame. Blinds running outside of sash and operated from within by strap. 16 J GODEIiE V WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876. DETAILS FOR ROLLING BLINDS. Inside. Frame Houses. Blinds running- inside of sash. 74 IVEST 23/5 STREET , A'Zf fF YORK. 17 WILSON’S PATENT WINDOW FRAME For Use with Rolling Blinds. Obviates Many Difficulties. I will furnish these frames com- plete at 35 cents advance on price of ordinary frames. The box for containing Coil of Blind forms part of the frame. It keeps the Blind free from dust and dirt and protects it from injur)'. The Sockets for Blind Rollers are already prepared, and the Blinds can afterward set in place easier than a linen shade. 18 J. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876. THE ENGLISH VENETIAN P OSSESSES many points of advantage over all other window blinds, chief among them being the simple and effectual means afforded for regulating and controlling the admission of air and light, and in this respect as a window shade it has no equal. Since I commenced to manufacture these blinds, about twenty years ago, they have made their way in favor with very rapid strides, and are fast becoming as universal in use here as they are in Europe, where they have for very many years enjoyed a wide and well-merited popularity. Having done much to create and foster a general demand for this kind of blind, I have considered that my interests would be best served by rigidly maintaining a high standard of quality, and in acting upon this policy I have neglected no opportunity of still fur- ther improving my manufactures, so that each succeeding year has marked a continually increasing degree of excellence, and a sure and steady progress toward perfection. Sketch showing cords for turning slats. The slats can be closed up tight or placed at any angle, and will remain “where placed,” the cords hanging loose. 74 WEST 2SD STREET , NEW YORK. 19 WILSON’S VENETIAN BLIND. A defect common to all makes of Venetian blinds in their liability to pull up un- evenly, thereby presenting a very unsightly appearance and causing much annoyance. This defect has been corrected in the most simple and effective manner, and the most careless handling cannot disturb the even adjustment of the slats. The blinds cannot be pulled up unevenly. It does not add to the cost. 20 J. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876. WILSON’S VENETIAN BLIND. 1897 MODEL. * I k HIS Venetian is operated upon a roller, the ordinary head piece or * top rail being discarded, together with all the pulleys belonging to it. One cord only is used for raising or lowering the blind, the check action working automatically, stopping the blind at any point the instant the operating cord is released. The roller upon which the operating cords are wound is given a traversing motion which causes the cords, as the blind is raised, to be wound or “laid up” evenly upon the roller, doing away with the necessity of cutting a spool or chase in the roller to confine them. The roller is supported in center by the same device which imparts the traversing motion. This is a very important feature, as the perfect operation of the blind depends entirely upon the roller being kept absolutely true and level. The advantages possessed by this Blind over all others are: SIMPLICITY OF MECHANISM, SUPERIORITY OF CONSTRUCTION, GREAT STRENGTH AND DURABILITY, Combined with Unusual Ease in Operation. 74 WEST 2SD STREET , NEW YORK 21 WILSON’S 1897 VENETIAN Operated with Roller. Wilson’s New Roller for Wide Venetian Blinds. Patent Applied for. ; _ - j i'HBPIHB Bdlllft! 1 Li pSr"”""" ) H II I I I I i ■ n mm U I ■ Hi | |] | : Wk ill f Ilf 11 1 jPF--"' 1 p- 3 IP**' B || — - - 1 - |P- B m>"W’ ' ' ' — y= IP W"' p Ips |p r F»= F\i -N| eF" Pi i ' pT" "f II 1 Y~ F I I 1] IP W'"' r ' s 1 j || .“i ' i -.11 1 Wilson’s New Roller for Narrow Venetian Blinds. /. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876 . WILSON’S VENETIAN BLIND For School Buildings. Made especially strong and of simple construction. Warranted to look better, work better, wear better, and last longer than any of the imitations now in the market. Mr. James G. Wilson. 21 West 24m Street, November 28, 1894. Dear Sir. I have taken the twelfth floor at the Buckingham Hotel, No. 615 Fifth Avenue and am delighted to find your beautiful Venetian blinds at the windows. Are they to be at all, even the pantry windows? Very truly yours, ALFRED II. TIIORF', Architect. 74 WEST 23Z> STREET , NEW YORK. 23 WILSON’S VENETIAN BLIND For Offices. As a Blind for Offices this is superior to anything ever devised. The perfect ease and facility with which the air and light are regulated and controlled makes it invaluable as an Office Blind. 24 J. GODFREY JV/LSOIV, ESTABLISHED 1876. WILSON'S METALLIC LADDER TAPES For Venetian Blinds. NEVER FADE OR WEAR OUT. Made in Phosphor Bronze, Aluminium, and other suitable metals, beautifully finished in a variety of designs and styles of finish. 74 WEST 23D STREET , NEW YORK. WILSON’S VENETIAN BLIND Hung on his Patent Metallic Ladder Tapes. The Metallic Ladders impart to the Blind an exceedingly rich and substantial appear- ance, which must be seen to be fully appreciated. They are not affected by the sun or weather, do not fade or wear out, always look fresh and new, and increase the value of the Blinds tenfold. Old Blinds can be fitted with these Ladders. 26 J. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876 . POCKETS FOR ENGLISH VENETIAN BLINDS. The Sections Given Below Show Method of Providing Pockets in Brick or Frame Buildings. The width of pocket as shown at “ W” should be, for Blind with two-inch slat, four and one-half inches; for Blind with two and one- half inch slat, five inches; for Metallic Ladder they must be wider. The depth of pocket will depend upon height of window and how much of the Blind is required to be concealed when drawn fully up. When ordering these Blinds state if they are required to fit between the jamb casings, between stop beads, or to hang outside of casings. For Brick Buildings. Give width here — [gp*’ in all cases. 74 WEST 2BD STREET , NEW YORK. 27 OUTSIDE VENETIAN BLIND. Painted in Any Color. If hung upon Bronze Metal Ladder Tapes instead of linen, these Blinds will last a great many years. 8 ./■ GODFREY IV I L SON, ESTABLISHED 1876 . OUTSIDE VENETIAN BLIND AND AWNING COMBINED, r ; — The slats can be opened or closed, and light and admission of air regulated at pleasure. 1 he arms can be detached and the Blind used as an ordinary outside Venetian. For keeping a room cool and pleasant, they are far superior to ordinary folding blinds or awnings. It can be made in any width, and in any color. 74 WEST 23Z) STREET, NEW YORK. 2 9 NEW MODEL OUTSIDE VENETIAN BLIND. The blind runs in a metal frame to prevent disturbance by the wind. It is made to stand rough usage. The slats are hung upon Bronze Metal Tapes, and can be closed or opened at will. 30 J. GODFREY WILSON, F. S TA BUSHED 1876 . NEW MODEL OUTSIDE VENETIAN BLIND. Same Blind as on page 29. Fitted with improved jointed arms which greatly facilitate its use as an awning. This is an ideal Blind. 31 74 WEST 23 D STREET, NEW YORK. WILSON’S VENETIAN AWNINGS For Piazzas. The metal ladders should be used for these, as they will last many years. The Blinds are made in any width and painted in any color. 32 J. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876 . ROLLING PARTITIONS. I N the construction of church and school buildings the Rolling Parti- A tion has become a very necessary feature; it has completely super- ceded the old-fashioned folding or sliding screens, and, as a means of economizing space in the subdivision of schoolrooms, has proved a boon to architects and church and school authorities. Nearly three thousand churches and schools are fitted with my Rolling Partitions, and many hundreds of letters commending them have been sent me from clergymen, school principals, and others. Some of these will be found at the end of this pamphlet, and a perusal will afford some idea of the esteem in which my goods are held by those who are using them. The construction of my Rolling Partition is based upon and gov- erned by scientific principles, and is in all respects the very acme of simplicity. Note . — My Partitions are in use and doing excellent service in India, China, Straits Settlements, South America, Canada, Newfound- land, the West Indies, and every State and Territory under the Stars and Stripes. They are suited for any kind of climate. Every portion of my work is warranted absolutely, and any part breaking in ordinary usage will be duplicated without charge. Apply Direct to the New York Office or to Nearest Agent. 74 WEST 2 3D STREET , NEW YORK. 33 WILSON’S PATENT ROLLING PARTITIONS. A SUBSTITUTE FOR SLIDING OR FOLDING DOORS. Highest Award at Paris Exposition, 1889. Six Gold Medals. Twelve Silver and Bronze Medals. Highest Award at Chicago World’s Fair, 1893. METHOD OF CONSTRUCTION. M H O Y Improved Patent Rolling Partitions are composed of wood slats 1 14 to 2 inches wide and ]/ 2 inch to ^ ’ nc ^ thick, fitted together with rule joints, edge to edge, and threaded upon tempered steel bands running from top to bottom about sixteen inches apart. These bands are riveted to the top bar of the partition, and each band is attached separately to a spiral spring anchor concealed in the bot- tom rail and fitted with simple means of adjustment for regulating the tension. This tension on the steel bands holds all the slats in close contact, so that when the partition is rolled down in service the joints are absolutely air-tight and form a sound-proof screen. When the partition is rolled up the steel suspensory bands are per- mitted by the spring anchors to gradually extend, the joints of the slats to open, and the coiling up to be accom- plished silently and with ease. In a partition 10 feet high the steel bands extend about \ l / 2 inch. The value of the extensible bands and spring anchors cannot be overestimated. Without them no rolling slat partition can be constructed and made sound proof, because if the slats are fas- tened upon non-extensible bands and in close contact they cannot be rolled up. A space be- tween each slat must be provided to admit of coiling, and such construction is valueless as a sound-proof screen. 34 J. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876 . METHOD OF CONSTRUCTION.- Continued. Moreover, the swelling of the slats in damp weather makes the opera- tion of such a partition exceedingly difficult, if not impossible. A partition made on this defective principle may be easily recognized after a little use; the slats are uneven and present a zigzag appearance when in a damp place, and when in a very dry atmosphere the shrinking of the slats causes open spaces between them. An important advantage of the extensibility of the steel supporting bands is their adaptability to the shrinking as well as swelling of the slats caused by the changes in atmos- pheric conditions; no matter how damp or how dry the situation, nor how often or how suddenly such conditions may change, the slats will not warp or twist out of shape, and the partition will remain as flat and even on the surface as a wall, and operate as freely under one condition as another. When a portion or the whole of one side of a par- tition is prepared with a flat, smooth surface, as for blackboard use, or decorative purposes, the joints are so close that the lines are only discernible at a very short distance, and when the surface is coated with black silicate, it is in every respect equal to a regular blackboard. Unlike rolling shutters held together by hinges, these are not liable to breakage or disarrangement; the slats being simply threaded upon the steel supporting bands, which are continuous from end to end, there are no complicated parts to get out of order. A damaged slat can quickly be removed, and, in fact, the whole partition can be taken apart and put together again in twenty minutes. The steel bands and spring anchors are all of fine crucible steel, oil-tempered. Beware of worthless imitations. Insist upon seeing a sample showing construction. 74 WEST 23 D STREET , NEW YORK. 35 View Showing Thirty-foot Opening with Rolling Partitions in Three Sections and Movable Posts. Upon this system there is practically no limit to the width of opening that can be closed with these partitions, clear space being secured when desired by removing the posts. WILSON’S PATENT ROLLING PARTITIONS 36 View showing Arrangement and Manipulation of Movable Posts and Hinged Door 74 WEST 23 D STREET , NEW YORK. 37 METHOD OF OPERATING. \\ WILSON’S Partitions are usually hung upon powerful spring Y ^ rollers placed horizontally above the openings, and are suscep- tible by the most simple means of such an accurate adjustment as to exactly counter balance them in any position, so that at any height they will stay where put. In places where no space can be provided above for the rollers, they can be placed at the sides of the openings, the roller occupying a vertical position either at one side or upon either side. See pages 42 and 43. Sketch showing application of Rolling Partition to an opening not specially prepared for its reception. If Wilson’s Improved Combina- tion Iron Brackets are used, the cornice is reduced in cost very materially. 38 /. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876 . Sketch showing another way of applying a Roller Partition to an opening not specially prepared for it. T _ One of the Numerous Testimonials: MR r>l ab'«^. ILS u N ’ , ■ . Chicago, December is, i8g 4 . . , R eplymg to your inquiry it affords me pleasure to say that the Rolling Black- Doard . Faititions which you have furnished and put up in the numerous school buildings in this city are giving the most perfect satisfaction. I know of nothing that can equal them for economy and convenience, and fully expect to continue to introduce them in our school build- l gs wherever partitions can be advantageously employed. I think the principle of construc- tion is scientifically and mechanically perfect. — Yours truly, Aug. Fielder, Architect, Board of Education. 74 WEST 23Z> STREET , NEW YORK. 39 PLAN OF SCHOOLROOM SUBDIVIDED INTO CLASSROOMS BY WILSON’S ROLLING PARTITIONS. This plan is given simply to illustrate the utility of the partitions. Many other arrangements will suggest themselves to those interested. Dotted lines show where rolling partitions can be placed, making in an instant eight separate classrooms. IMPORTANT NOTICES WHICH SHOULD BE READ BEFORE SENDING ORDER. All necessary preparation for the reception of Rolling Blinds and Partitions must be provided by the builder. See detail sheets, which will be furnished on application. All Rolling Partitions are measured at their full width and 12 inches higher than sight opening or to the top of box in which they coil. Cornices or Brackets are never included in estimates for Rolling Partitions unless specially mentioned. Order blanks for Rolling Partitions, and also full instructions for hanging them in place will be furnished upon application. The use of these will prevent many mistakes. WILSON’S PATENT ROLLING PARTITION. 40 J. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876 . WILSON’S ROLLING BLACKBOARD PARTITIONS. 74 WEST 23 D STREET , TVi? W YORK. 4i “ A simple use to which the Blackboard can be put is to place upon it the outline maps of the countries about which our lessons are. You will find it both an easy and profitable exer- cise to enlist the scholars in this work.’ “ Frequently the lesson can be made much more forcible by some illustrative story, the impressiveness of which can be greatly increased by the use of the board .” — Sunday School Times. 42 /. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876 . VERTICAL ROLLING PARTITIONS. HE construction of this Partition is the same as described on * page 33, except that its lower edge is fitted with easy-running castors; the runway is of hardened steel, and so also is the bottom of the box in which it coils, thus effectually preserving the wearing surface and reducing the friction of operation to a minimum. Vertical Rolling Partitions are in no sense equal to Partitions rolling horizontally. They are more difficult to operate, and, being subject to a much greater strain, are also less durable, unless strongly made. A Partition rolling above, being exactly counterbalanceu at all points, very little exertion is required to move it; but in a Par- tition rolling upon its edge sideways, the whole weight of it must be moved by the operator; moreover, any settling of the building by which the floor track is thrown out of a true level, has a very serious effect upon its working, especially if the slats are hinged or linked together, as the large number of links or hinges could not under such circumstances be kept in perfect alignment, and an undue strain thrown upon one or two links would inevitably result in derangement or breakage. The great strength and pliability of the continuous tempered steel bands binding the slats of my Partitions together are proof against any strain than can possibly be put upon them in operation, under any circumstances. Wilson’s Vertical Rolling Partitions coil in spiral grooves upon easy-running castors, and require no other apparatus. The method employed is exceedingly simple, and there is nothing connected with them that can get out of order. They are made of any thickness required, from half inch upward. 43 74 WEST 23D STREET , NEW YORK. WILSON’S PATENT VERTICAL PARTITIONS. 44 J. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876. VERTICAL ROLLING PARTITIONS. DETAIL OF COIL BOXES, SCALE i INCH TO i INCH. These boxes are drawn to accommodate partitions 16 feet wide in each, or for an opening 32 feet wide— as shown in illustration on page 43 . DETAILS OF GROOVES, HALF FULL SIZE. 74 WEST 23 D STREET, NEW YORK 45 WILSON’S ROLLING BLACKBOARD PARTITIONS. “Of all the mechanical appliances in the Sunday School, none can be of more use than the Blackboard. “When the Blackboard is used intelligently, as a means, and not an end, it certainly is a mighty instrument for good.” — Sunday School Times. Children’s Aid Society, New York, January 8, 1895. Mr. J. G. Wilson, 74 West Twenty-third Street, City. Dear SIR : In answer to your inquiry as to the Rolling Partitions and Rolling Black- boards, we have used them in many of our schools and have found them satisfactory where two or more classrooms need to be thrown into one audience room. They are easily worked and not liable to get out of order, and are fairly soundproof. We have just used fifteen in our new building on West Fifty-third Street. Yours truly, C. Lorinci Brace, Secretary. 46 /. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876. WILSON'S PATENT ROLLING PARTITION. The vertical dotted lines show the tempered steel bands which bind the slats together; the anchor springs in the baseboard to which the bands are attached permit them to extend so that the Partition can roll up easily, while the slats are at all times kept in close contact. The flat, even space in center is prepared for Blackboard, Map, or decoration. 74 WEST 23Z> STREET , NEW YORK. 47 DETAILS OF ROLLING PARTITIONS. View showing one line of partitions in elevation and another in section at right angles. Enlarged section showing roller under the ceiling in cornice. Enlarged view show- ing roller above ceiling between joists. (FOR TABLE SHOWING DIAMETER OF COILS FOR DIFFERENT HEIGHTS SEE PAGE 48.) 48 /. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876 . ROLLING PARTITIONS. SPACE REQUIRED FOR COILING. Height of Opening. Space required for Par- titions up to 10 feet wide. Space required for Parti- tions over io feet and up to 15 feet wide. 6 feet 10 inches 12 inches 7 i c 1 1 < l 13 C i 8 6 < 12 i i 14 C i 9 < C 12 6 C 14 i i 10 t i 6 ( is t ( 1 1 i i r 3 ( C 15 i ( 12 t t 14 6 ( 16 ( ( 13 6 t 14 C C 16 6 6 14 l < 15 i 6 17 i C r 5 < ( i 5 ( i 17 l i 16 t i 16 i i 18 i i U < < 17 i i J 9 i i 18 6 l 18 6 l 20 C i 19 U *9 i t 2 1 t 6 20 C < r 9 ( C 21 i l The above figures are for Horizontal Partitions of y 2 inch thick. The space required for Vertical Partitions depends upon thickness of slats. Detail will be furnished upon application. WIDTH FOR PARTITIONS. Horizontal Partitions should not be over 15 feet in width, and if they are over 10 feet in height it would be better to keep the width down by subdivision to 8 or 10 feet. This will insure great ease in operation. BRACKETS AND CORNICES. Ornamental Iron Brackets, plain or plated, and Cornices in any kind of wood will be furnished when required, but are not included in the estimates unless specially requested. 74 IVES 7' 23 D STREET NEW YORK. 49 BRACKETS FOR ROLLING PARTITIONS. Patent applied for. ± Bracket over Movable Post. Inside Elevation. These Brackets are of Iron and are intended to carry Roll- ing Partitions (or steel shut- ters) that are hung on face of wall or under ceiling. They form an ornamental end to cornice or coil box; the cornice itself being composed and attached in a very simple and inexpensive manner. Price $3.00 per Pair, or $1.50 Each. 5 ° J. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876 . REVISED PRICE LIST FOR ROLLING PARTITIONS. Regular Thickness. PER SQUARE FOOT. In Basswood, unfinished slats, unselected and suitable for painting or staining a dark shade, . . . -43 cents In Basswood, clear lumber, selected slats, unfinished, . 48 “ In Basswood, selected slats, stained any color or in the natural wood and varnished, . . . . . 53 “ In White Wood, White Pine, Elm, varnished, . . . 55 “ In Plain Oak, Birch, Ash, or North Carolina Pine, varnished, 60 “ In Quartered Red Oak, varnished, . . . . 65 “ In Quartered White Oak, varnished, . . . . 70 “ In Cherry, varnished, ....... 75 “ Blackboard Partitions are made in all suitable woods (coarse open-grain wood is not suitable). These are all finished in varnish, ......... 65 “ All Partitions are measured one foot above the sight opening or to the top of box in which they coil. The above prices are for Partitions y 2 inch thick, which is the regular thickness, and is ample for all purposes. If slats are required to be thicker than y 2 inch, add for every y inch of additional thickness 5 per cent, to the net price. Packing cases and packing charged for at actual cost. Other Extras. Movable Posts to regular design, 50 cents per running foot. Partitions with my regulation rubbed finish, 5 cents per square foot. Over twenty feet high, special price will be quoted. Vertical Partitions, 20 cents per square foot extra. Grooves to stock designs furnished without extra charge. Special designs will be charged for. No Horizontal Partition is charged at less than thirty-five square feet, but for a large number of very small-sized Partitions a special price will be quoted on receipt of full particulars. The above prices include the necessary grooves, shafts, and rollers, and iron handles. For brass-plated or nickel-plated handles, $1.50 extra per pair. For solid bronze metal handles, $2.50 extra per pair. Iron brackets per pair, $4.50. 74 WEST 23 D STREET , ^ YORK. 5i WILSON’S PATENT ROLLING SHUTTERS For Closing Bookcases, gjggggjji These are made in all woods, and are dust-proof and air tight. 52 /• GODFRE Y WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876. WILSON’S HYGIENIC WARDROBES, Combined with Blackboards. 1 hese Wardrobes possess a great many substantial advantages, mak- ing them especially desirable for use in schools and institutions. The device for passing a continuous current of air through the clothing is simple, effective, and fully under control at all times. The air is drawn into the wardrobe from the room and passes out through the air shaft or flue. It cannot re enter the room and there- fore the occupants are not annoyed by the unpleasant odors of the drying clothing on a wet day. The arrangements provided for disinfecting the clothing is always in readiness for immediate use. The disposition of the hooks, shelves, and racks is made with due regard for economy of space and for the convenience of the children who use them. Send for prices. 74 WEST 23Z> STREET , NEW YORK. 53 WILSON’S HYGIENIC WARDROBES, Without Blackboards. Style No. 2. Wilson’s Wardrobes are made in two styles. Style No. 1 is divided vertically into sections of about four to six feet wide ; each section is separated by air-tight divisions, and closed by a rolling air-tight shutter. Style No. 2 is made in two sections, with division in center and closed by a pair of vertically rolling air-tight shutters. The interior fittings are of the same character in all cases. WILSON’S VENTILATING WARDROBE. 54 /. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876. Sectional Plan. The air is admitted through the wire screens in side and front panels, and is carried out through the wire-covered open back into flue. The doors can be rolled at sides or overhead. 74 WEST 23Z1 STREET , NEW YORK 55 WILSON’S EXTRA HEAVY ROLLING WOOD SHUTTERS For Outside Use in Large Openings. Slats from ij inch to 2 inches Thick. Tirnr Fiji ffWMgMjMft rim' i ^h . f ^ -ir yhi i Msap^Mi j^pBSjMil^W ;iini}^7tfitaiie*^antiyi.vn:ttfinCS:Kr^Feniifnjit6i^(inp^i-^ci£f.>E?Ni\ J ,g^N w?*&. Rolling Gate at Empire Brewery. The Slats of this Shutter are of Oak i£ inch Thick. Empire Brewery, West ioth Street, New York, February 9, 1897. To Mr. Tames G. Wilson. , , _ , „.,. „ ... Dear Sir: Answering your inquiry, beg to say that the Rolling Steel Shutters which you put in our buildings about fifteen (15) years ago have done good service, and are still in excellent condition. The large Rolling Shutters of oak in the gateways which you furnished us about the same time have proved most serviceable and are apparently in as good condi- tion to-day as they were fifteen (15) years ago. We are glad to give you this testimonial, as we think very highly of your work 6 BEADLESTON & WOERZ. WILSON’S PATENT ROLLING SHUTTERS. IN(i BOOKCASES, CLOSETS, DRY GOODS SHELVES. MADE IN ANY KIND OF WOOD. Prices will be given forCases or Closets complete, fitted with Rolling Shutters. 74 WEST 23 D STREET , NEW YORK. 57 J. G. WILSON’S IMPROVED PATENT, DOUBLE-EDGED ROLLING STEEL SHUTTERS, FIREPROOF AND BURGLAR-PROOF. Suitable for Closing Store Fronts, Warehouses, Goods Sheds, Staircase Open- ings, Elevator Openings, and in all Cases where Protection from Fire and Thieves is Desired. HESE Shutters are made of Sheffield sheet steel, corrugated 1 and riveted together, forming a firm, unbroken surface, as shown on page opposite. 'They possess great strength, and being of same thickness throughout, the expansion, when exposed to heat, is uni- form. An ordinary iron frame shutter, which must necessarily be of an uneven thickness, and as a matter of course incapable of this uni- form expansion, will invariably twist and gape open under the influence of heat, while the expansion of the Rolling Steel Shutter, being equal and regular throughout, enables it to hang loosely in the iron grooves, and remain in place without twisting or warping when exposed to heat, and proves in all cases a most efficient protection against fire. These Shutters can be made “self-coiling” up to twenty feet in width; they require no winding apparatus, being pushed up and down with a rod, and are operated with ease and rapidity. They are fitted with winding gear if desired. Over one million square feet of these Shutters are in use in this country. 58 J. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876 . WILSON’S IMPROVED PATENT, DOUBLE-EDGED, OR “ARMOR-CLAD” ROLLING STEEL SHUTTERS. A C This Shutter is protected by Metal Shields, which prevent the edges from being worn by friction in the iron grooves. Received Silver Medal at Cincinnati Industrial Exposition, 1883 ; Silver Medal at Charitable Mechanics’ Fair, Boston, 1884; and Gold Medal, highest award at New Orleans, in competition with Clark, Bunnett & Co., the English manufacturers. Also two medals at Paris Exposition, 1889, and the highest award at Chicago World’s Fair in 1893. 74 WEST 23 D STREET , NEW YORK. 59 WILSON’S SELF-COILING STEEL SHUTTERS. Fitted to Store Fronts. Part view of store front of Stern Bros., New York. These Shutters have been in constant use for over sixteen years. 6o J. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876. WILSON’S PATENT ROLLING STEEL CURTAIN. Burglar and Fireproof. View of window in house of E. R. Ladew, Esq., showing Wilson’s Rolling Steel Curtain. TESTIMONIAL. 3 East Sixty-seventh Street, New York City, February 27, 1897. Mr. Jas. G. Wilson. Dear SIR: The Rolling Steel Curtains which you fitted to the windows of my house in the city about seven years ago have proved very satisfactory. They have been in continual use and are at present in good order. Yours truly, Ed. R. Ladew. WILSON’S ROLLING STEEL SHUTTERS For Warehouses. 74 WEST2SD STREET , NEW YORK. 61 Part view of United States Appraisers’ stores, Christopher Street, New York, showing Wilson’s Rolling Steel Shutters, WILSON’S SLIDING STEEL SHUTTERS. 62 J. GOD ERE Y IVILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876 . These Shutters were designed especially for the United States Appraisers’ Stores, New York, by J. G. Wilson. The Shutters of second-floor ndows on all four sides of this immense building are arranged to be operated simultaneously by electric current. WILSON’S PATENT ROLLING STEEL SHUTTERS. 74 WEST 23Z> STREET , NEW YORK 63 Interior of Freight Shed, Pier 37, North River, New York, showing Wilson’s Patent Rolling Steel Shutters. These Shutters stood the fire from an adjoining shed in 1886 for two hours, and are still in operation and in perfect order. WILSON’S PATENT ROLLING STEEL SHUTTERS. 64 J. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876. Interior of Freight Shed at Pier G, North River, built by N. Y. C. R. R. Co. and fitted with Wilson’s Rolling Steel Shutters. Erected in 1887. WILSON’S PATENT ROLLING STEEL SHUTTERS. Fitted with Ventilating Grills. 74 WEST 23D STREET,' NEW YORK. 65 Exterior view of a portion of the new Washington Market, New York, fitted with Wilson’s Rolling Steel Shutters. WILSON’S PATENT ROLLING STEEL SHUTTERS. 66 /. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 18T6. with Wilson’s Steel Shutters. 74 WEST 2‘SD STREET, NEW YORK 67 WILSON’S ROLLING STEEL SHUTTERS. Fitted to Skylights. View of Skylights in the new building of the New Jersey Title and Guarantee Company, Jersey City, fitted with Wilson’s Rolling Steel Shutters. They are operated with perfect ease. FIREPROOF CASES FOR DOCUMENTS, ETC. 68 /, GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876 . ie\v of Cases in use by the New Jersey Title and Guarantee Co., Jersey City. Fitted with Wilson’s Rolling Steel Shutters. These Shutters are DOUBLE, with air space between and coil above in cornice. 74 WEST 23D STREET , NEW YORK. 69 WILSON’S SALAMANDER ROLLING SHUTTERS. Made Specially to Stand Intense Heat. PATENTED. I his Shutter is composed of wood slats, completely incased in steel, with an extra shield of asbestos on the front forming a padding between the wood core and the steel sheaht. Made in various sizes of slats. 70 J. GODFREY IVILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876. ORNAMENTAL IRON BRACKETS FOR ROLLING STEEL SHUTTERS. These Brackets are designed especially for use where a cornice is desired to cover the coil of shutter. A cornice so constructed is superior in appearance, strength, and durability than when formed in the ordinary way, and is much cheaper. 74 WEST 23/7 STREET , NEW YORK'. 7i SLIDING BLINDS. HESE Blinds have been used chiefly in cheap private dwellings * and tenement houses, but, as it is possible they may be desired for a better class of residences, and with a view of meeting any future demand for a more substantial and handsome Blind than has hitherto been offered, I am now making a line of them which will fully satisfy the most exacting of those who favor this description of Blind. I do not think it wise to adopt a Blind that is made in a great num- ber of sections; the fewer working parts the better. I therefore pre- fer to divide my Blinds into three sections in height, but will make them in four sections if desired. I use the same method of operating the slats as employed in my famous “ Hartford ” Blind, by a button or thumb-catch in the stiles, the slats always remaining where put. There is no visible mechanism, and nothing that can be put out of order. The thickness of the frames varies from 1 inch to $4 inch. I fur- nish nothing thinner than 5/q inch. All frames requiring movable slats are made 1 inch thick; all frames with fixed slats H i nch thick. The 1 inch frames are hung on weights and the inch are suspended by improved side-springs when desired , but as this method of suspending the sections is very unreliable I prefer to use weights in all cases; this assures perfect ease in operating, and can be thoroughly relied upon to give permanent satisfaction. Brass pulleys, cords, and weights are furnished with the Blinds. All these Blinds are made in the best possible manner by skilled cabinet makers; they are only made in hard woods, and of carefully selected and seasoned stock. They have a handsome cabinet finish, and are trimmed with bronze metal fittings. The grooves or guide-ways are furnished with the blinds. Prices and Full Details Furnished upon Application, 72 J. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876 . SLIDING BLINDS. Prices on Application 74 WEST 23/7 STREET , NEW YORK. 73 DIAMETER OF COILS OF ROLLING BLINDS AND SHUTTERS. FOR OPENINGS UP TO SIX FEET WIDE. For wider openings take table on page 48, first column. Height of Opening. Venetian Blinds. Diameter of Coil. Wood Shutters. Diameter of Coil. Steel Shutters. Diameter of Coil. Feet. Inches. Inches. Inches. 5 7 8/2 8 6 V/z 9 'A 9 7 s % IO 9'A 8 8 X w O nR IO 9 9 'A II IO IO 12 II II 13 H>2 12 14 12^ PRICE LIST. Rolling Steel Shutters. Self-Coiling Shutters. Wilson’s Patent Double-edged Shutter, 90c. per square foot. Steel Shutters, with plain edges, . 80c. “ Shutters to work with gear, at slightly advanced rates. Rolling Wood Gates, for Closing Freight Sheds, Round Houses, Breweries, etc. Made of Pine Slats, inch thick, $1.25 per square foot. Made of Hardwood Slats, 1 % inch thick, 1.50 “ Including grooves and all apparatus ready to hang in place. Limit of Measurement. No Blinds or Shutters, however small, will be charged at a less measurement than given in the table below: Steel Shutters, minimum, 20 square feet. Rolling Partitions, Horizontal, from 30 to 40 “ Rolling Venetian, . . 16 Small Close Slat, . . 16 “ English Venetian, 15 74 J. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876 . ENGLISH VENETIAN BLINDS. M ADE in all the suitable haajd woods, and in painted colors. Trimmed with the best quality of “all woven” tapes in linen of choice colors and designs and solid braided linen cords. Note. — I do not keep in stock or use any poor grade of tapes and cords; all my blinds, even the cheapest, are trimmed with the best goods, and are warranted in every respect. PRICE PER SQUARE FOOT FOR WILSON’S REGULAR MAKE. 2-f-Inch Slats. 2-Inch Slats. if- Inch Slats. 1 4 -Inch Slats. Basswood, Whitewood, or Pine — natural fin- ish, painted, or stained any color 27 cents. 29 cents. 32 cents. 34 cents. Quartered Oak, Quartered Birch, Ash, Maple, Butternut, Hard Pine, etc. 33 “ 35 “ 38 “ 40 , “ Black Walnut, Cherry, Quartered Sycamore, Redwood 37 “ 40 “ 43 “ 44 “ Mahogany, Bird’s-eye Maple 45 “ 48 “ 50 “ 52 “ Wilson’s Metallic Ladders (in place of the all- ) $1.00 per yard or about 66 cents woven linen ladders), finished in oxidized >• per foot run of height of blind, silver and old copper bronze. ) Extra. Worsted figured facings tQ cover linen ladders (in) , , , . , r all colors) ° v j- 15 cents per yard of single facing. 1 25 cents per yard of single facing, or Silk figured facings in all colors -. for ordinary sized blinds about 33 ( cents per foot run of height of blind. No charge for plain cornices. Prices for hand-carved cornices, embossed leather lincrusta walton, or embroidered plush, furnished on application. No blinds made to figure less than 15 square feet, and very narrow blinds figured at 2 feet 4 inches wide. The blinds of a house are a very prominent feature, and a mean- looking, cheap blind will utterly destroy the appearance of an other- wise handsome residence, while its imperfect operation and frequent breakdowns will cause incessant annoyance and expense to the in- mates. I do not make the cheapest blinds except in the sense that the best and highest priced goods are invariably the cheapest in the end. If architects will specify Wilson’s Patent Venetian Blind they will insure the satisfaction and gratitude of their clients. 74 WEST 23D STREET , NEW YORK. 75 REVISED PRICE LIST. — 1897. ROLLING VENETIAN BLINDS. In San Domingo Mahogany, In Cuba Mahogany, In Mexican Mahogany, In Black Walnut, In Cherry, In Sycamore, In Selected White Ash, PER SQUARE FT. $ 1.00 .90 . .80 .70 • -75 .70 . .70 In Selected White Maple, In Selected Oak, In Black or White Birch, In California Red Wood, In Colored Ash, In Colored Maple, In White Pine, Rods for Operating Blinds, 50 cents each. PER SQUARE FT. • $ 0.75 . .70 .60 . .65 .60 .60 .60 The above prices include varnishing, two coats, which makes a good finish for ordinary purposes. Charge for Rubbed Finish, . . 10c. per Square Foot. This is for two coats of varnish rubbed down in oil. Blinds will be finished in any style to order, to match samples of work furnished. CLOSE SLAT ROLLING BLINDS. For closing Book Cases, etc., at same prices as above. “ HARTFORD ” PANELS. In combination with Rolling Venetian Blinds. The lower Blind, when straight, can be fitted with the “ Hartford ” Panels, the slats being made to turn and operated by a button in the stile. The charge for “ Hartford ” Panels, in addition to cost of Blind, is $1.00 per square foot, including hardware. Note. — No rolling Blind is measured at less than 16 square feet; and all are measured 12 inches above sight opening. 7& J. GODFREY WILSON , ESTABLISHED 1876 . WILSON’S FLEXIBLE CAR BLIND. T HIS is by far the strongest and most durable Blind that has yet been made for this purpose, and possesses additional important advantages that cannot be claimed for any other blind used in a railroad car. It is indestructible; it cannot be entirely destroyed unless every slat is broken; an injured slat can be removed and replaced in a few minutes. It can be made very large without any diminution of strength. When pushed up it will clear the window entirely, leaving all the glass exposed and affording an uninterrupted view to persons standing in the car. It is very easily operated, and will stay at any point. A thinner post can be used, and two inches saved in the inside width of the car. Can refer to some of the principal railroads where these Blinds have been used for many years, and not a single slat broken during that time. WILSON'S FLEXIBLE CAR BLIND. Fig. 2 is a section of part of the side of a car, showing the arrangement of the Blinds in the car, and Fig. 3 is a full-sized section of a number of the slats, and shows their form and the manner in which they are con- nected together. In Fig. 2 the sections of the slats (S S) are represented in solid black. These are strung together on a steel rod, W W, Fig. 3. Each slat has holes (H H) bored through it for the rod (W) to pass through. These holes are counter-bored, as shown plainly at C C, in the upper slats. Into these counter-bores coiled wire thimbles, enameled the color of the finished wood (D D), are inserted, which serve to keep the slats the proper distance apart, and are at the same time sufficiently flexible to allow the Blind to bend in sliding up into the curved groove, G G G, Fig. 2. J. GODFREY WILSON, ESTABLISHED 1876 . TERMS. O responsible firms having good commercial rating, 30 clays’ credit 1 will be given unless otherwise stipulated in the estimate fur- nished them. To all others, in the absence of a special agreement to the contrary, the goods will be shipped and a sight draft forwarded through bankers attached to bill of lading, and upon payment of draft the bill of lading will be handed them. Payment of the bill does not release me from any responsibility assumed under my guarantee. GUARANTEE. T GUARANTEE that in all cases my manufactures will be found * fully equal in every respect to my representations, and in dimen- sions and quality exactly as ordered, and should any parts break or be found defective they will be made good or replaced without charge, except where injury has been caused by accident or willful damage. Weights of Shutters and Blinds Packed Ready for Shipment with Fixtures. Rolling Steel Shutters, 5 lbs. per square foot. Rolling Hardwood Partitions, 3 y 2 lbs. per square foot. Rolling Softwood Partitions, 3^ lbs. per square foot. Venetian Blinds, Hardwood, lb. per square foot. Venetian Blinds, Softwood, 1 lb. per square foot. FINE VARNISHES THE ONE THING NEEDFUL A large proportion of all the products of manufacture are varnished. The extra cost of products, for being well varnished, is microscopic ; and yet, much of the wear and all the beauty of these things depend on the quality of the material with which they are finished. If all else were favorable but the sun did not shine, what a weary and sickly season we should have! Fine varnish is a sunshine of substantial value and ceaseless delight for countless things that people buy. Is the Murphy name on it ? Then you may depend on it. Murphy Varnish Co. Head Office : Newark, N. J. Other Offices : Boston, Cleveland, St. Louis, and Chicago. Factories : Newark and Chicago. 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INDEX, PAGE Inside Rolling Venetian, . . . . 4, 5, 6, 7 Hartford Folding Blind, .... 8 Outside Rolling Venetian, ..... 9 Outside Venetian and Awning, .... 10 Outside Rolling Shutter, . . . . . 11 Rolling Blind for Piazza, .... 12 Details for Rolling Blind, .... 13,14,15,16 Wilson’s Patent Window Frame, ... 17 English Venetian, . . . . . . 18, 19 Wilson’s 1897 Venetian, . . . . 20, 21 School Venetian, ...... 22 Office Venetian Blind, ..... 23 Metallic Ladder Tapes, . . . . . 24, 25 Details for English Venetian, .... 26 Outside English Venetian, ..... 27, 28 New Model Outside Venetian, . . . . 29, 30 English Venetian for Piazza, ..... 31 Rolling Partitions, . . . .32, 33, 34, 40, 46, 47 Movable Posts, . . . . . . 35, 36 Method of Operating Rolling Partitions, ... 37 Important Notice for Purchasers, .... 39 Vertical Partitions, ..... 42, 43, 44 Blackboard Partitions, . . . . . 38, 41, 45 Space Required for Coiling Partitions, ... 48 Brackets for Partitions, ..... 49 Price List for Partitions, .... 50 Bookcases, . . . . . . 51 Hygienic Wardrobes, . . . . . 52, 53 Ventilating Wardrobes, ..... 54 Heavy Rolling Wood Shutters, .... 55 Rolling Shutters for Store Shelves, .... 56 Rolling Steel Shutters, . . . . . 57-58 Rolling Steel Shutters for Store Fronts, ... 59 Rolling Steel Curtains for Dwellings, ... 60 Rolling Steel Shutters for Warehouses, ... 61 Sliding Steel Shutters, ..... 62 Rolling Steel Shutters on Freight Sheds, etc., . . 63, 64, 65, 66 Rolling Steel Shutters for Skylights, ... 67 Rolling Steel Shutters for Cases, .... 68 Wilson’s Steel-clad Salamander Shutters, ... 69 Ornamental Brackets for Steel Shutters, ... 70 Sliding Blinds, . . . . . 71.72 Price List of Steel Shutters, ..... 73 Diameter of Coils of Rolling Blinds, ... 73 Limits of Measurements, ..... 73 Price List of English Venetian, .... 74 Price List of Rolling Venetian Blinds, . . . 75 Wilson’s Flexible Car Blind, .... 76, 77 Terms, ....... 78 Guarantee, ...... 78 AVERY LIBRARY COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY ESTABLISHED 1876 J. GODFREY WILSON PATENTEE AND MANUFACTURER OF WOOD BLOCK FLOODING SOLE LICENSEE FOR THE CHARTERIS PATENTS CHIEF OFFICE 74 West 23d Street - New York