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1862 London Exhibition: Catalogue: Class 7.: James Smith and Co

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1718. SMITH, JAMES, and CO., Crown Court, Crown Street, Finsbury.

The "English" continuous-motion shuttle sewing machine, simple, easy, durable, and cheap.

This machine, which is the first and only one on this principle, was invented and patented in this country. It comprises all the latest improvements; it is simple, durable, noiseless, and rapid; and its working may be easily learned.

Prices, on stand complete, £8, £10, £12.

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