Charles Louis Hett
Charles Louis Hett (1845-1911) of C. L. Hett
1845 Born the 8th of thirteen children of John Hett, a Solicitor, and his wife Louisa.
Educated privately in Worksop
1862 Commenced apprenticeship with John Hick
1868-9 Draughtsman for W. Bracewell of Burnley
1870-2 Worked for Butterley Iron Co
1872 Went into business as C. L. Hett
1874 Wrote to The Engineer as secretary of the Brigg Steam Cultivation Co Ltd
1876 Wrote to The Engineer enquiring about the current knowledge on use of (hydraulic) rams
1877 Associate Member of Inst Civil Engineers[1]
1885 Announced "Hett's Turbine Governor".
1891 Living at Foundry House, Broughton: Charles L. Hett (age 45 born Brigg, Lincs.), Turbine and Centrifugal Pump Manufacturer - Employer. With his brother Francis C. Hett (age 43 born Brigg, Lincs.), Solicitor. Two servants.[2]
1911 September 22nd. Died.
See Also
Sources of Information
- civil engineer records