vvvvvvvvvvv VAN DORN IRON WORKS Automatic Gates, Iron and Wire Fencing ; Office and Counter Railing in great variety; Lawn Chairs and <\ Vases, Stable Fixtures and Weather Vanes, Architectural Iron and Jail Work, Station House Cages, etc., etc. TO BUYERS FROM FIRST HANDS. The Van Dorn Iron Works, of Cleveland, Ohio, take pleasure in bringing before their patrons and the public this their 13th Annual Circular, for 1884, showing, in reduced engravings, samples from their different lines, which they better repre- sent in Special Catalogues with Price Lists, which they are pleased to send on application, to Archi- tects, Builders, Dealers and buyers. They call especial attention to the Cleveland Wrought Iron Fence, of which they are sole makers, and which is unquestionably the best and most popular Iron Fence now in use. They manufacture all the goods they advertise, and buyers can rely on being served from first hands, and at the lowest prices that can be afforded. Correspondence and notice of Public or Private Lettings of Iron Work requested. Address, VAN DORN IRON WORKS, CLEVELAND, OHIO, U. S. A. If no use to you, please hand this circular to your neighbor, or some Architect, Builder or Dealer. fe. 2K? 1 ' ■ A BROOKS & CO., STATIONERS A PRINTERS, CLEVELAND, O. 2 VAN DORN IRON No. 90. No. 45. ISSUED 1872-75-76-77-78. No. 1— Section of Picket. No. 3— Top view of Rail, showing the manner of Interlocking. No. 4— Side view of Picket Rail and Dog, showing the finish. No. 2— Malleable Dog. THE UPRIGHT PICKETS In panels 45 and 90 are notched, (see Sec. 1.) and are passed through the punched parallel bars until the notches Interlock, then the picketis twisted one-quarter around, (see Sec. 3 . The Dog (2) Isthen inserted, and the fastening is complete, as shown on Sec. 4, thus making the best mechanical construction In use. VAN DORN’S C ONSTRU CTION THE BEST. WE CHALLENGE THE PRODUCTION OF ITS EQUAL We endeavor to show by annexed sectional cuts 1, 2, 3, i, and by enlarged panels 45 and !)0, the mechanical con- struction and proportions of material, and detail of orna- mentation of our Fences, as shown in reduced cuts on follow- ing page. We beg of the buyer the closest examination into all these details, knowing that if they are understood that it will result in our receiving their orders. The time is passed for coarse and ill-proportioned and excessive ornamental de- signs, more or less made of Cast Iron, to be tolerated, and plainer and neater Wrought Iron work is being sought after by buyers of taste, and the popularity of our Fence in the largest cities attests its superior merit in this regard. VAN DORN IRON WORKS, CLEVELAND, 4 PLEASE READ OUR DESCRIPTIONS CAREFULLY, IT WILL AID YOU IN ORDERING INTELLIGENTLY. of square pickets, $ diagonal, placed about 4 inch centers; standard height 39 inches from ground. The parallel mils are fxlj, and is a superior fence to any $ round fence manufactured. It is designed especially to enclose Residences. SIZE ® is made of t 9 5 square pickets, $ diagonal, placed about 4 inch centers; standard height 43 inches from ground. The rails are ixli, and is designed for Residences, Public Buildings, etc. It is superior in every way to a $ round Iron Fence. SIZE C is made of f square pickets, 1£ diagonal, placed from 4 to 5 inch centers; standard height 4S inches from ground. The rails are Jx2. This size is for very heavy work, and is only used for Public Buildings or large Public Parks or enclosures. The standard heights for ordinary purposes are the most appropriate and cheapest. Any of the above sizes can he conveniently made 4 inches lower, or 4 or 8 inches higher than standard. Wall fencing is made to stand 18, 24, 30, 36 and 39 inches from wall, as may be desired. The Careful Buyer will specify number of feet, number of walk and drive gates, size, height and style wanted, and state whether Iron foundation or attachments to Stone are wanted with fence, and always state if grounds are level or other- wise, thus enabling us to give an intelligent and low estimate on what the purchaser wants, and based on values of material at the time of sale. 4 VAN DORN IRON WORKS, CLEVELAND. ALWAYS SEND NUMBER OF FEET, NUMBER OF GATES, HEIGHT AND STYLE, WITH FULL PARTICULARS, FOR ESTIMATES. Pages 3 and 4 show reduced cuts, and page 2 enlarged cuts and sections of same, of a few of the most popular styles of the Cleve- land Wrought Iron Fence, which is better shown in our Fence Catalogue, which is sent on application. These Fences are very substantially made, the material being all Wrought and Malleable Iron, and is put up in panels and painted one coat before shipment. Every job is made to order, so as to fit the space to be occupied. Can be shipped to any part of the TJ nited States, and set up without danger ol breakage. It can be set up by any ordinary mechanic, and is very substantial when set, and will last a lifetime. It is neat and plain in appearance, both sides alike, with no clap-trap ornamentations to be clubbed off. Is made of the best material and workmanship and guaranteed to be as represented. OUR WORK CAN BE SHIPPED TO ANY PABT OFTHE UNITED STATES, AT LOW RATES AND WITHOUT DANGER OF BREAKAGE. No. 76, Cemetery Railing, is a very neat and modern pattern ; the parallel tubes are 2 in. in diameter, the posts 8 in., •and is in keeping with the finest monument. No. SI is made of square Wrought Iron l in. diameter, posts 3 in. at base. No. S3 is made of li in. parallel tubes, 4 in. Cast Iron Posis. Both ot these styles are substantial and appropriate. No. 99 is a cheap, neat and graceful railing, and suitable for any Cemetery enclosure. Nos. 78, 79, 80, 117. 118, 119 are Area, Balcony and Guard Railings, of approved patterns, andjsuitable for any purpose. Wrought and Cast Iron Brackets, Hitching Posts, etc., etc. Irt 6 VAN DORN IRON WORKS, CLEVELAND, O. Wlrq W indo w p uarJa PRICE LISTS WILL BE SENT TO THE TRADE ON APPLICATION. BUYERS SHOULD SPECIFY WHAT THEY WANT. Office and Counter Railing. N os. 125, 126, 127, 129, are made any height to order, and of Nos. 9, 10, 11 or 12 Wire, ot l£, If or 2f inch mesh, as may be desired, and are painted and gilded to order. Wire Window Guards, Nos. 129 and 130, are made same sizes of wire and mesh as above, and are enclosed with grooved or round Iron frames, as may be ordered. The grooved frames are attached to casing with screws, and the round Iron witn staples, the latter way being the cheaper. Galvanized Wire Mesli Fencing. Nos. 62 and 132, for light stock and division use, is made in 2, 4 and 8 inch mesh, and in 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, 60 and 72 inch widths, and can be stapled to wood, or attached to Iron Fosts We also have it in f, f, §, 1, If and If inch mesh, suitable for Screens, for Church Windows, etc. Iron Bosl, No. 137, is the best Iron Tubular Post in use. It is driven in ground, and is especially designed for Barbed Wire or Galvanized mesh fencing. It is cheap and easily set. Send for prices. R $$$ i / 1 mssm * t r> ' h ’ IU - Hn.L'Ml. U&Ufi. Tawn Seats, Iron Vases, Carriage Bloeks, Lawn Borders, Tree Guards, Garden Door Mats, Automatic Gates. We make a reliable and durable Automatic Gate. It always gives sat- isfaction. I^o. HO 9. ■W VAN DORN IRON WORKS, CLEVELAND. STABLE FITTINGS AND COPPER WEATHER VANES. We are prepared to furnish a full line of Stable Fittings— consisting, of Oat Mangers, Hay Racks, Stall Partitions and Gutters, Harness Brackets, Swing Brackets, etc., etc., which we manufacture extensively and illustrate in a separate Catalogue. Also Copper Weather Vanes, covered with Pure Gold-leaf. We keep a full assortment on hand, and can furnish promptly at reasonable rates. VAN DORN IRON WORKS, CLEVELAND. 9 CRESTINGS AND FINIALS, FOR TOWERS AND ROOF ORNAMENTATIONS, IN GREAT VARIETY. We make a large variety of Crestings, Finials and Vanes, from our own patterns, and are also prepared to execute special designs, either in Wrought or Cast Iron, to order, and will furnish estimates promptly. In asking for Estimates, specify, as care- fully as possible, what is wanted. Special Catalogue of Cresting sent on application. 10 VANcDORN IRON WORKS, CLEVELAND, O. VAULT DOORS, WROUGHT IRON SHUTTERS, WINDOW GUARDS, FIRE ESCAPES, SHUTTER EYES, GRATINGS, BRACKETS, WROUGHT IRON BEDSTEADS, ETC. Nos. 189 & 191 are Iron Doors suitable for Vaults and other purposes, andare made of any weight desired and to any size open- ing, and of Iron or hardened Steel. Nos. 193, 194 and 199 are bar iron Window Guards. No. 197 is a crimped wire Window or Door Guard. Nos. 199, 195, 196 and 198 are ornamental patterns of Guards. Always send number and size of openings for Estimates. Fire Escape Ladders, either with or without Balconies, Wrought Iron Bedsteads, etc. We have a department especially fitted up to make Jails, Station House Cages and this class of work, and can guarantee satisfactory work and prices. VAN DORN IRON WORKS. CLEVELAND. O. 11 235 l-< f PS I'Yaint'. in.V x i*>. Door. in x l ■ Shutter Eye. MANUFACTURER’S PRICE LIST OF CONTRACTORS’ AND BUILDERS’ SPECIALTIES, ON BOARD CARS IN CLEVELAND. Price per hundred for Anchors made from special grooved iron, superior to H flat iron of equal width. Samples sent on ap- plication . No. 1, 2 in. wide.., No. 2, “ “ ... No. 3, “ “ ... No. 1, 1 £ in. wide. No. 2,1* “ No. 3,1* “ $25.00 per 100 20.00 15.00 15.00 12.00 10.00 STANDARD CAST IRON WASHERS, No. 15. For £ in. Bolt $2.00 per 100 “ 2.25 “ “ 2.50 “ 3.50 “ 0.00 “ 7.00 “ 12.00 “ Star No. 12 10.00 “ “ “ 12.00 “ 1 n n a WALL PLATE BOLTS, No. 4. in. Iron, 3 ft. long $15.00 per 100 “ 4 “ 24.00 “ DROP FORGED TURNBUCKLES, , . No. 235. * inch .75 each. A 1 n n i < 87* < < < i 1.00 1 ( ^ c 1.35 1 ‘ i < 1.75 ( ( < < 9 95 i 1 < i 3.00 < < FORGED TUBULAR TURNBUCKLES No. 7 25 cents each cheaper than No. 235. ORNAMENTAL DOOR HINGES, From 75 cents to $10.00 per Set. No. II CLEVISES/rO SECURE FOOT of TRUSSES. MADEof%x2 In. IRON. Inside Diameter 8x24 $1.00 each. “ “ 8x30 1.25 “ “ “ 12x30 -1.50 “ “ “ 12x36 1.75 “ Any size or weight of iron made to order. TABLE SHOWING WEIGHT PER FT. OF ROUND IRON TRUSS RODS. Size. Weight per Ft. * inch round 654 lb. | “ 1.02 “ 1.47 “ 2 . ‘ 1 2.61 “ 3.31 “ 4. 1 ‘ 4.94 “ 5.89 “ 8.01 “ 10.47 “ WEIGHTS OF HOT PRESSED SQUARE NUTS Size of Bolt. Weight each. * inch 116 lb - .172 .38 .63 .91 ,43 79 .4 1 DOOR SCREENS, (sizes over all.) No. 351, 12^x56 $3.50 each. No. 351, 124x60 3.60 “ No. 350, 12^x61} 3.50 “ Nos. 350 and 351 can be made larger or smaller, if desired. ASH DOORS. Size 6x8 $7 . 00 j^er doz. ‘ ‘ 7x9 8.50 “ “ 10x12 10.25 “ 4 7 F 1 u H u u COAL HOLES WITH COVERS. 16 inch $4.50 each. 18 inch 5.00 “ 20 inch 6.50 11 22 inch 7.50 11 24 inch 8.00 “ 1 n u it n ii i. 1. 2 . 3! 5. 7.1 ILLUMINATED LIGHT COVERS, 50 cents extra. Cast Iron Shutter Hinges... $3.60 per Doz. Wrought Iron Shutters, 75c per square ft. Wrought Iron Gratings, S5c per square ft. Doors $2.50 extra. NOTICE PARTICULARLY. Contractors and Builders desiring to use any of the above work will consult their own interests by sending specifica- tions and getting our prices. Freights on this class of work are very low, and they can often save money and be better served through us than through local mechanics. AVERY HORARY COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY