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THE MEGAPHONE. 
(2.) If the enemy were near and the wind favoured him, he 
might hear the orders which were intended to be used 
against him. 
(3.) It is hard to speak with it against a high wind, and if much 
noise were going on near the person who was receiving 
the order, he might have a difficulty in hearing. 
But these could easily be answered and legislated for. 
I would be glad to know if others have tried this instrument and 
what their experiences are. It anybody wants two or more to try I 
could get them probably at prices cheaper than I paid for mine and 
could have them despatched direct. 
MEGAPHONE. 
(Scale -J of Original.) 
