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AMERICAN AGRICULTURIST. 
[OCTOBER, 
$1000, REWARD 
Fop any Washing Machine that Will Wash Cleaner, Quicker, with Less Labor and Wear and Tear of Clothes than tlxc 
ROBBINS FAMILY WASHER AND BLEACHER, RAT’D OCT. 3, 1871. 
THE ORIGINAL AND ONLY PERFECT SELF-OPERATING WASHER IN THE WORLD. 
Vo rubbing required. No more yellow clothes nor hard work on washing day. It will wash anything from a lace curtain to a horse blanket, and can not get out of order. 
Good Agents Wanted, both Male and Female, to whom Liberal Inducements arc Offered. Agents can make from $10 to $100 per week. 
THE ART OF CLEANSING FABRICS 
Is yet but imperfectly understood by thousands of good 
house-keepers. The numerous devices of friction rollers, 
pounders, squeezers, dashers,agitators steam wash-boilers, 
etc., have all failed in one or more of the three essential 
points, namely: The saving of labor, wear and tear of 
clothes, or in perfectly extracting the dirt and discoloration 
WHAT IS IT REMOVES THE DIRT I 
You may ask washer-women and house-keepers, and your 
answer from nine out of ten will be, “ Plenty of elbow- 
grease," or in other words, laborious rubbing upon the 
wash-board. And such is the case, for you first rub soap 
upon the cloth, and then you have to rub it in to make the 
dirt soluble ; but does that remove it? No; to do that you 
must dip it in the water and rub repeatedly to force water 
through the fabric, again and again. That is what removes 
dirt after having been softened by the chemical action of 
■the soap. 
The way in which this could be most economically accom¬ 
plished has been developed in the Family Washer and 
Bleacher, which embodies all the above points. 
Mechanical devices take the entire time of a person dur¬ 
ing the whole wash, and will not remove streaks from 
clothes. It is harder to operate them than to use the com¬ 
mon wash-board. They are constantly getting out of order, 
and wear out in a short time. IVitli all such devices, as well 
as the rubbing-board there is great friction and consequent 
unnecessary wear and tear of clothing. With the Washer 
■and Bleacher there is no friction or wear of the fabric 
whatever; washing, baking, and housework are contempo 
raneous operations—the fire doing the washing and baking, 
while the housewife does her housework. As stated, water 
force is what removes dirt from the fibre of the cloth. 
A large body of water is required to hold in solution a 
■comparatively small amount or dirt. 
THE PRINCIPLE OF THE WASHER AND 
RLEACHEIt 
•embodies all the essential points. First, we have the desired 
heat which expands the fabric and causes it to discharge the 
dirt. Second, we obtain a powerful suction beneath the 
•clothes, which produces a rapid downward current or water 
force through and through them, thereby removing the dirt. 
Third, we use a large body of water, which holds the dirt in 
solution. Fourth, we use but a small quantity of soap. 
Fifth, the washing is done by water, and not by steam. This 
process cannot injure fabrics. It cleanses thoroughly, rins¬ 
ing the clothes being all that is required to complete the 
operation. 
THE PHILOSOPHY OF THE WASHER AND 
BLEACHFR IS THIS; 
We have 51bs. of metal, which attains a much greater de¬ 
gree of heat than the water surrounding it, consequently 
•the water underneath the Washer becomes hotter and more 
expansive than in any other part of the boiler, and is there¬ 
by thrown to the surface through the tube : ttius tending to 
produce a vacuum underneath the Washer at the bottom of 
the boiler, into which the water is rapidly drawn. 
As it passes along the channels of the Washer, the curved 
and contracted throats of which prevent its flowing back¬ 
ward, it becomes hotter and hotter, consequently more ex¬ 
pansive and more forcible until thrown to the surface, thus 
producing a powerful suction beneath the clothes through 
which the water must pass in a rapid downward current, 
thereby obtaining a water force which cannot be obtained by 
any other method known in cleansing fabrics. Thus, we get a 
combination. FIRST, WE HAVE THE DESIRED 
HEAT. SECOND. PERFECT CHEMICAL AC¬ 
TION OF THE SOAP. THIRD. FORCE OF 
WATER—ALL OF WHICH ARE REQUIRED 
TO THOROUGHLY CLEANSE AND PURIFY 
ANY FABRIC. 
THE IMPROVED WASHER, 
has a perfect fitting pipe, and is a combination of metals 
which does not become sticky or dirty. It comes out of the 
boiler as bright as new. 
THE CAPACITY OF THE WASHER AND 
BLEACHER. 
There are two sizes: No. 1, the family size; No. 2, suitable 
for small hotels, restaurants, and barber-shops, boarding¬ 
houses, etc. 
The Washer is composed of metal and cannot get out of 
order. 
The discharge pipe is IS inches high, and 1'4 in diameter. 
It throws water in a solid, unbroken stream, at the rate of 
6 to 8 gallons per minute. It will work in any flat bottom 
boiler. It takes only 3 or 4 ounces of soap in 10 or 12 gallons 
of water, and will wash bed or table linen, a boiler full in 10 
to 15 minutes, wearing apparel in from 10 to 30 minutes. 
Use no chemicals, only good soap and soft water. If the wa¬ 
ter is hard, it may be softened by a small piece of borax, 
which is harmless. 
For Lace Curtains this Washer is invaluable. It cleanses 
them as no other process can, and without the slightest 
danger of injury. 
No. 2, or small hotel size, will work in a flat-bottom boil¬ 
er holding l.‘> to 25 gallons, and wash of average pieces 
from 1.500 to 2,000 per day; or it may be used in any smaller 
boiler that has a flat bottom large enough for it to rest upon. 
For hospitals this Washer is pronounced by the medical 
faculty invaluable, being the most perfect disinfector 
known; leaving the fabrics pure as when new. By 
bleachers and chemists it. is said to be the most efficient 
method of removing dirt and vegetable matter from fabrics 
ever known. 
To such we give a duly executed Certificate of Agency. 
We furnish descriptive circulars for distribution among 
families. Also large posters for advertising in public 
places. Printed directions for using are sent with each 
Washer. 
The retail price of No. 1 WASHER, in New York, is $3.50: 
No. 2 WASHER, $5.00; No. 1, $24.00 per dozen ; No. 2, $36.00 
per dozen. 
WE SEND SINGLE OR SAMPLE No. 1 WASHERS, 
PREPAID, TO YOUR NEAREST RAILWAY EXPRESS 
OFFICE, in any part of the United States east of the 
Mississippi and Missouri Rivers, also in Kansas, Nebraska, 
Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas, for $3.50. 
SPECIAL NOTICE. 
As to the reliability of this Company, we refer you to the 
MERCANTILE NATIONAL BANK of this city, or to any 
Express Company in New York. Also to the Publishers of 
the following named well known leading journals, viz. 
New York— American Agriculturist, Weeklv Sun, Weekly 
Times, Weekly Tribune, Weekly Witness, Weekly World, 
Christian Advocate, Christian at Work ; Boston— Youth's 
Companion, American Cultivator; Chicago Inter-Ocean, 
Cincinnati Gazette, Andrews' Bazar, Springfield Farm <t 
Fireside, St. Louis Journal of Agriculture, Detroit Free 
Press,all of ■whom have frequently editorially endorsed us 
as well as our IFasAer. 
From the Rural New Yorker, May 8, 1880" Lately we 
had special reasons for thoroughly testing the character of 
the Robbins Washer and Bleacher. The test has been fully 
made up for upwards of a month in the family at the Rural 
Farm, and has demonstrated the great merits of this ma¬ 
chine * * * On every occasion in which it was used, this 
Washer did everythingthat is claimed for it in an entirely 
satisfactory manner. We can, therefore, unhesitatingly rec¬ 
ommend it to all our readers who may be in need of a first- 
rate Washer and Bleacher.” 
From the N. Y. Weekly Tribune, May 19, 1880Washers 
Again.—We have several inquiries concerning the Robbins 
Washer and Bleacher. It does exactly what is claimed for 
it, and is cheap at ten times its cost.” 
In ordering, write plainly your name, post-office, county, 
and State. Also the name of the express office to which you 
wish the Washer forwarded. 
CASH MUST ACCOMPANY ALL ORDERS. 
Remit by Post-office Order or Registered Letter. We 
insure the safe delivery of all Washers ordered as above. 
Money may also be sent by draft on New York. 
Send for a sample and secure A BUSINESS THAT WILL 
PAY YOU WELL. 
When you order or write, mention this paper. Address 
THE INDUCEMENTS WE OFFER. 
We want a Local Agent in every town in the United States. 
We want first-class men as GENERAL AGENTS; men 
capable of managing one or more counties. 
Bissell Manufacturing Co. 
SO BARCLAY ST., NEW YORK, II. S. A. 
AN OLD-FASHIONED KNIFE. 
Made of Razor Steel, Hand Forged, especially for 
rough work ; blades very thick. No corners on handle to wear 
pockets. By mail, postage paid, 75 cts. Soft or 
flawy blades we replace free. 30.000 of these 
knives are in use to-day by readers of 
this journal. For lighter work we 
have knives of equally 
good steel, 50 and 60 cts. 
One-blade, like picture, 50 
cts.; lighter l-blade,25 and 
35 cts. Ladies’ 1-blade, 25 
cts.; 2-blade,50cts. Gents’ 
2-blade pen, 7 c.; 3-blade, 
$1.00. Illustrated list free. 
MAHER & GROSH, 
Cutlers, 
Toledo, Ohio. 
Price, Polished Brass 
Lewis’ Combination Force Pump, 
Three machines combined for half the price of one. The cut. 
represents the three machines embraced in my Pump. $10.00 to 
$12.00 worth "f machines for $5.00. My Agents are making $10X0 
to $20.00 per day Sample sent express paid to any Express Station 
in tlie U. S. arid Ca on receipt of price. We do this only for a 
limited period to introduce them rapidly. The Potato Bug Ex¬ 
terminator is sold separate, if desired. $1.25 for Zinc Tubes, and 
$1.75 for Brass. See displayed Advertisement, in Premium List, 
showing the THREE machines. page 407. Also Premium No. 104. Send for large Illustrated Cir- 
, cular. Price List Terms to Agents, etc., to 
$5.00 ; Nickel-Plated, $7.00. ’ ’ P. C. LEWIS, Catskill, N. Y. 
THE BAKER GUNS. 
Three-Barrel 
Two Shot and 
One Rifle. 
We make the best double gun in the world for the money 
—choke-bore, rehounding locks, extension rib. Our $40 gun 
has the best English twist barrels, and the best material 
throughout. All guns sent on trial and guaranteed. 
Price—Best English Twist Barrels. $40. Damascus steel, 
$55 to $20C. Send stamp for Descriptive Circular. 
A new feature in the Gun line. It is light,compact; from 
8 to 10 lbs. in weight. The Rifle is perfectly accurate. It has 
proved a great success for all kinds of shooting. All guns 
shipped on trial and guaranteed. Price $75 to $250. 
L. C. SMITH, Sole Maker of Baker Guns, Syracuse, N. Y. 
CHROMO CARDS, 10 cts.; no two alike, with 
• ' ■ Best ever sold, or 
“ Y. 
name post-paid; stamps taken.’ Best 
money refunded J. B. HUSTED, Nassau, N, 
30 
Chromo, Gold-Border, Motto, etc. Cards with name 
and Morocco Case, 10c. 
H. M. COOK, Meriden, Ct. 
PAINT WITH 
EMPIRE RUBBER PAINT. 
Is durable, elastic, and has a water-proof surface. We 
guarantee it. Sample card of colors furnished free. Address 
EMPIRE RUBBER PAINT CO., 
42 Cortlamlt St., N. Y. City. 
EVAPORATING FRUIT. 
SENT I Treatise on improved methods. Tables,yields, 
=, IS JL I prices, profits, and general statistics. 
FREE I AMOS STOUFFER, Chambersburg, Pa. 
WELL BORBNQ, 
ARTESIAN WELL 
DRILLING & MIN¬ 
ERAL PROSPECT¬ 
ING MACHINERY, 
and how to use, is fully illustrated, explained "and highly recommended 
by the ‘ 4 American Agriculturist” in the November Number 1879: 
Page 465. Send for it. Portable, low priced, worked by man, horse or 
stelm power. Needed by farmers in every county. Good business for 
Winter or Summer.and very profitable. Can getgood wells in earth or 
rock anywhere. We want the names of men that need wells. Send for 
illustrated price-list and terms to Agents. Address, 
Pierto Well Excavator Co., 29 Eose Street, New York, U. S. A. 
ftMSHOT 
^“GUN!! 
aThe Best Double- 
Barreled Shot-Gus 
■ in the world for 
jthe money. War- 
('ranted genuina 
_ __, twist, with flash, 
licit Box irads, Box Caps and B’nd 
Punch. Also our celebrated Kentucky Rifla 
for Bin, warranted or no sale. Send for Il¬ 
lustrated Catalogue and Price Lists to , n , 
James Bonn «St Mon, Enterprise Gun Works, ‘ 
, 0,0 130 & 138 Wood St., 
Established, 1848. Bittshnrgh, l'tt. 
AGrESTTS WAWTEIJTOK THK 
SUMMIT 
vilt 
» ii #S‘»ve-PIpe Shelf and Utensil Stand, 
[ ||||M.the most convenient article ever offered to 
housekeepers. Agents meet with greater suc- 
m cess than ever. One agent made $193 in 15 
days, another $»8 in 3 days, another $37 in 1 day. No 
Freight Charges. Address office nearest you. 
SUMMIT MANUFACTURING CO., 
Philadelphia, Pa.; Cincinnati, O.; St. Louis, Mo. 
L E. RANSOM, 34 MAIDEN LANE, N. Y. CITY. 
• Importer of Annatto and Dairy Coloring. 
