Biophulax Handbill, c1850-1859

Item — Box: John Barmwell Taylor Box 1

Reference code: 178T1.11

Scope and Contents

Life and Property Protector at the Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. See the operation of the biophulax. 'This sensitive and Mechanical Instrument announces the approach of fire'. A smoke detector. Printed by City Press, 1 Long Lane, Aldersgate Street, D.A. Doudney.

Dates

Creation: c1850-1859

Creator

Bramwell Taylor, John, c1912 - 2003 (Person)
Egyptian Hall (1812 - 1905) (Organisation)

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