3d, The cam plate, G G1, in combination with the rake pivot, d', loose collar, c, and connecting rod, h, substantially as described.

4th, The anti-friction roller, i, applied to the arm, f, of the rake pivot, in combination with the arresting plate, G2, substantially as described.

5th, Connecting the arm, f, which is in the rake pivot, d, to the reel shaft or reel arm thereof, by means of a rod, h, and universal joint, h', substantially as described.

6th, The application of a weight, g, to an arm, f, of the rake pivot, when said arm is upon a loose collar, c, and arranged to operate substantially as described.

71,891.--WASHING MACHINE.--Reuben Lighthall, Brooklyn, N.Y.

I claim the detachable holder, A, with the set screw, B, in combination with the slotted lever, D, and the rollers, F F', and the cam, H, as and for the purpose set forth.

71,892.--PROCESS FOR RENDERING PAPER, CLOTH, AND THE LIKE, FIRE AND WATER PROOF.--Robert O. Lowrey, Salem, N.Y.

I claim the process, substantially as herein described, of treating fibrous and other materials for rendering them fire and water proof.

71,893.--COMPOSITION OF MATTER FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF WATER PROOF PAPER AND OTHER ARTICLES.--Robert O. Lowrey, Salem, N.Y.

I claim, 1st, The new compound or composition of matter, produced by the treatment of vegetable fiber, substantially as described.