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No Binding. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Pages are clean and unmarked with very little toning. There is a chip in one page. Light soiling to the covers. The front cover is almost detached. Some chipping to the upper left corner of the front cover. Some light creases or bends in covers and pages. The magazine will be packed with a backing card, bubble-wrapped and shipped in a sturdy, flat box to ensure safe transit. This issue includes: "Airplane's Twenty-Second Birthday" (Tribute to the Wright Brothers, its inventors--A pleas for governmental recognition of their place in history" by Comdr. John Rodgers; "Anti-Aircraft Gunnery" (An Editorial) by C. deF. Chandler; "The Aerial Torpedo (Illustrated)" with an introduction by Co. William Mitchel by Lawrence Sperry; "The City that Would Fly" by Townsend Godsey; "The Sky of Europe is Alive with Planes (Illustrated)" (Of all civil aviation companies abroad, German Aero-Lloyd appears to be the largest and most successful) by Bettie Larimore; "Society Woman Makes Army Flying Suits (Illustrated)" (Mrs. Norman DeR. Whitehouse of New York has recently received her first contract from Army Air Service) by Howard E. Greene; "Colonial Air Transport Enters Commercial Field"; "Colonel William Mitchell Declared Guilty" by H. F. Ranney; "Flights of Fact and Fancy" (The First World Flight. A Review) by Thomas R. Reed; "New Engines for Light Airplanes to be Made in Quantities by the Wright Company Model Aeronautics (Illustrated)" by Paul Edward Garber; "Sole Damage--One Broken Prop (Illustrated)" by Robert McKnight; "President's Board Advocates Expansion of Civil Aviation" (Three Cabinet Assistants to deal with aeronautical problems, and two more brigadier generals are recommended by Morrow Committee--Air Unity Opposed--Mitchell Plan Rejected. This issue contains Committee's full report.); "Notes from the Air" (Including: Must be no competition between the Government and the industry, says President Calvin Coolidge: Burgess Field of Uniontown, Pa., now open, The Collier Trophy Committee will meet in January, Colonel Bouve addresses D. C. Chapter N.A.A., Schneider Cup Race to Norfolk in 1926, Personals, etc.).

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Elements of Aviation: An Explanation of Flight Principles. Book.

Condition: New.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book contains a comprehensive collection of regulations that govern the Signal Corps of the United States Army. The regulations cover various aspects of the Signal Corps, including property accountability, disbursement, purchases, inspections, and civilian employment. The book offers a detailed and comprehensive guide for Signal Corps personnel, ensuring compliance with the Army Regulations and efficient management of the Signal Corps. The regulations outlined in this book provide a historical framework for understanding the Signal Corps' role within the U.S. Army, showcasing its significance in military operations and communication advancements. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a compilation of the regulations that were prepared in accordance with the 1907 act. It contains all signal property accountability and responsibility, including American Bell rented telephones and typewriters. It goes into detail on the proper procedures for requisitions, issues, and the property's care. The author also discusses procedures for visuals signal equipment, submarine cable gear, post telephone systems, and more. At the time of writing, it was intended as the sole authority on Signal Corps regulations, aside from the Army Regulations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

8vo. 112 pp. Tables, diagrams. Embossed emerald-green cloth, gilt lettering on front cover & spine, embossed ruling on covers (ex-lib spine label & stamps on front endpapers, slight shelfwear, very minor bumping to couple corners), still G ex-lib copy, w/ bookplate on front pastedown. First edition, of this very scarce service manual for directing the operations of the U.S. Army Signal Corps at the beginning of the 20th century, published just prior to the San Francisco earthquake & fire. This manual details the equipment and specifications for setting up and maintaining telegraph & telephone lines, telegraph codes, types of property, all of the tools required for their systems, and includes sections on wireless telegraphy, balloons, submarine-cable instruments, fieldglasses, and more. The Signal Corps was commanded by the famed polar explorer Adolphus Greely (1844-1935), who had been appointed to the post by President Grover Cleveland. Under his command, the Signal Corps was vastly expanded, and constructed, operated, and maintained telegraph lines during the Spanish-American War, the Philippine Insurrection, constructed a line of 4000 miles to Alaska, and proved to be a vital lifeline during the aftermath of the San Francisco earthquake & fire in April, 1906. In the burned out city, the Signal Corps set up 42 telegraph offices, and 79 telephone offices connecting all the military districts, federal buildings, railroad offices & depots, city offices, and other vital locations.

8vo. 163, [1] pp. Tables, diagrams, 9 plates (8 large folding). Embossed emerald-green cloth, gilt lettering on front cover & spine, embossed ruling on covers (ex-lib spine label & stamps on front endpapers, slight shelfwear), still VG ex-lib copy, w/ bookplate on front pastedown. Second edition, substantially revised & expanded, of this very scarce service manual for directing the operations of the U.S. Army Signal Corps at the beginning of the 20th century, published just after the San Francisco earthquake & fire. This manual details the equipment and specifications for setting up and maintaining telegraph & telephone lines, telegraph codes, types of property, all of the tools required for their systems, and includes sections on wireless telegraphy, balloons, submarine-cable instruments, and fieldglasses. In addition, this work includes a detailed section on setting up and operating Post Telephone Systems, Telephone systems for Coast Artillery posts, as well as the detailed large folding plates showing equipment and maps for establishing them. The Signal Corps was commanded by the famed polar explorer Adolphus Greely (1844-1935), who had been appointed to the post by President Grover Cleveland. Under his command, the Signal Corps was vastly expanded, and constructed, operated, and maintained telegraph lines during the Spanish-American War, the Philippine Insurrection, constructed a line of 4000 miles to Alaska, and proved to be a vital lifeline during the aftermath of the San Francisco earthquake & fire in April, 1906. In the burned out city, the Signal Corps set up 42 telegraph offices, and 79 telephone offices connecting all the military districts, federal buildings, railroad offices & depots, city offices, and other vital locations.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1906 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 124 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 124 Language: English.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1906. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 124, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 124.