Extensive corrosion, from leaking of the seams beneath the brickwork, where hidden from view, was the cause of explosion.
No.67. Willenhall.
December 7th.
none injured.
Plain Cylinder, with hemispherical ends, 9ft. long, 3ft. 3in. diameter, 20 lbs.
The boiler was rent all along one side, and the reaction of the issuing contents caused it to be thrown some yards away, and one of the ends became altogether detached, and flew to a considerable distance.
The plates were so thinned by corrosion, that they gave way on a very slight increase of pressure during a temporary stoppage of the engine.
No.68. Glasgow.
December 12th.
1 killed, 1 injured.