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Sir,
Condosure
1.
Green Island Lighthouse,
May 13th., 1913.
226
I beg to report that the Aga Acetylene Flash
Light for Buoys, which was temporarily fixed at this station by
Mr. Nilsson, has been continually burning for one month.
During this period the Flasher has kept correct
time, thus:- 0.3′′ Light+ 2.7" Darkness.
There has been occasional heavy rains, and a
few humid days, but the Lens and Lantern Glass have kept quite
clear, and free from condensation.
The apparatus and lantern was locked up by Mr.
Nilsson when he started the light, and has not been opened since,
except on the day when H. E. the Governor and y urself came over to inspect it.
This system of Buoy and Beacon lighting is a great improvement on the Pintsch Oil Gas system, and the Wigham
Petroleum Lamp. There is no fear of the lamp smoking, (which often
happens with the Wigham Light) and it is much more powerful.
The apparatus is so simple, that there appears
to be nothing to go wrong.
I think, Sir, the Aga Acetylene Flash Light
will eventually revolutionize the lighted Buoys and Beacons in
every country.
I have etc.,
(Sd.) F. A. Coleman.
Captain Basil R. H. Taylor, R.N.,
Harbour Master, &c..
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