Scientific American Supplement, No. 358, November 11, 1882

"Scientific American Supplement, No. 358, November 11, 1882" by Various is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This edition of the supplement contains a broad range of articles on topics such as engineering, technology, botany, chemistry, and hygiene, reflecting the burgeoning interest in scientific discovery and innovation during this period. The publication serves as a platform for sharing advancements in various scientific fields and highlights notable achievements and techniques of the time. The opening of this supplement presents a rich table of contents that introduces multiple subjects and articles. There is a focus on practical advancements in engineering, such as a hydraulic filtering press for oil extraction and descriptions of automatic injection pumps. Other sections delve into medical hygiene and the historical treatment of diseases, including references to contemporary theories on germ propagation and public health measures, articulated through the lens of notable figures and scientific discoveries of the era. Overall, the beginning of this publication provides an insightful glimpse into the scientific inquiries and innovations that were shaping the understanding of health, technology, and the natural world in the late 1800s. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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