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Bright Light On the Point

From The New-York Times June 1, 1861: THE CALCIUM LIGHT. This powerful light, now on trial at Old Point Comfort, is an improvement on the old Drummond light. It is produced by the combustion of pure lime — oxyde of … Continue reading

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