Carbonaceous residue from incomplete combustion

Specification of Michael Henry : purifying smoke.

Specification of Samuel Stocker : chimneys and apparatus for cleaning the same.

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Specification of Michael Henry : purifying smoke.

Specification of Samuel Stocker : chimneys and apparatus for cleaning the same.