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August 6, 1840
Herald Of The Times
Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island
What is this article about?
William Norris, Jr. of Philadelphia constructs an elegant 22-inch miniature locomotive engine as a gift for the Emperor of Russia. It successfully pulls a 450 lb. load on a circular railway, viewed by the Russian minister, his family, and Mr. Dallas.
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MINIATURE MECHANISM. - The Philadelphia Ledger states that a model locomotive engine has been constructed by Mr. William Norris, Jr. of the most elegant kind, intended as a present to the emperor of Russia. It is only 22 inches in length, and about one third that size in breadth; and perfect in all its parts. On Saturday, Mr. Norris was visited by the minister of Russia, his family and suite, accompanied by Mr. Dallas, to view the performance of the little engine. It was set in motion on a circular railway, attached to a burden car containing 450 lbs. and drew the load with swiftness and ease. The well earned fame of Mr. Norris in Europe, induced the Emperor of Russia to signify, through his Minister at Washington, that such a present would be acceptable. "A word to the wise," &c.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
Prodigy
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Miniature Locomotive
William Norris
Russian Emperor
Model Engine
Philanthropic Gift
Engineering Feat
What entities or persons were involved?
William Norris, Jr.
Emperor Of Russia
Minister Of Russia
Mr. Dallas
Where did it happen?
Philadelphia
Story Details
Key Persons
William Norris, Jr.
Emperor Of Russia
Minister Of Russia
Mr. Dallas
Location
Philadelphia
Event Date
On Saturday
Story Details
Mr. William Norris, Jr. builds a perfect 22-inch miniature locomotive engine as a gift to the Emperor of Russia due to his European fame. The Russian minister and suite, with Mr. Dallas, visit to see it pull 450 lbs. on a circular railway with ease.