| Description | On the same sheet: Memorandum. 2nd set of experiments. Docketed “With the results deduced from the 2nd set of experiments with the Caledonia. Suggests indicator experiments in preference to raising the paddles. Thinks 4 paddles might be tried. Probable speed to be given by large paddle wheels (13 or 14 feet). Boiler for Mr. Coutt’s third engine. Hicks & Sons have ordered a 10 horse engine etc. Stone Pipe engines erecting near Stroud. Molyneux about to be visited by the Bailiffs. Mean time does not give speed of boat.” |