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Bridge Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair Manual [1994]

Hello Everyone !! The Bridge Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair manual ( TM 5-600 ) was published in 1994 by the U.S. Army and Air Force as a technical guide for military bridge upkeep. It provides detailed procedures for inspection, maintenance planning, and repair techniques to ensure bridges remain operational for military and infrastructure needs. Inspection Tools & Equipment : (Pg #7-1) Inspection mirror on a swivel head and extension arm, camera (35 mm/Polaroid), flashlight, binoculars, pocket knife, clipboard, field books, inspection guide, sketch pad, paper, keel marker crayons, pencil. Thank you for Reading !!

Ground Water Manual (By US Bureau of Reclamation) [1977]

Hello Everyone !! The Ground Water Manual by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation ( 1977 ) is a comprehensive technical guide on groundwater investigation, development, and management. It covers topics such as groundwater occurrence, aquifer relationships, well design, permeability tests, dewatering systems, and water well drilling Well Water Pumping Test Equipment : ( Pg # 231-232 ) Orifice, weir, flowmeter, depth-to-water measuring device, Tachometer, thermometer, pocket watch, gate valve, barometer, stopwatch, Carpenter level, rulers, steel measuring tape, log papers, semi-log papers, forms, pencils. Thank you for Reading !!

California Civil Defense Medical Kit (1938)

Hello Everyone !! During the early 1940s, civil defense kits were designed to help citizens prepare for potential wartime emergencies, particularly air raids. These kits often included essential supplies such as first aid materials, fire suppression tools, and protective gear. California Civil Defense Med Kit : (1938) Bandage (triangle, gauze), paper cups, dressing roll, safety pins, adhesive plasters, splints, torniquet, razor blades, emergency tags, marking pencil, pencil. Thank you for Reading !!

The Draftsman Kit (Radford Cyclopedia of Construction book)

Hello Everyone !! Radford's Cyclopedia of Construction: Carpentry, Building, and Architecture is a comprehensive multi-volume reference work compiled in 1915 by William A. Radford and his team at the Radford Architectural Company in Chicago.   It served as a practical guide for builders, architects, and tradespeople during a period of significant growth and innovation in American construction. The Draftsman Kit : (Pg #2-12) Set of instruments (compass, lengthening bar, compass pen, hair-spring dividers, bow spacers, bow-pencil, bow-pen, ruling-pen, beam compass, protractor, T-Square, French curves, architect scale, engineer scale), pricker, thumbtacks, erasers, drawing ink, pencils. Thank you for Reading !!

The Timber Survey Manual of California (1935)

Hello Everyone !! The Timber Survey Manual: Region Five, California Region ( 1935 ), authored by Oscar M. Evans and published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service stands as a pivotal document in the evolution of forest inventory and management practices in California.   Developed under the auspices of the McSweeney-McNary Forest Research Act of 1928 , this manual provided standardized methodologies for assessing timber resources across California's diverse forest landscapes. Supplies & Equipment : (Pg # A-3, A-5) Art gum, glue, blotters, carbon papers, paper clips, pen holders, ink, erasers (pencil, ink), keel crayons, pencils (4H, #3), color pencils, indelible pencils, pencil pointers, pens. Thank you for Reading !!

Soil Survey Manual by Kellogg, Charles E. (Charles Edwin) [1937]

Hello Everyone !! The Soil Survey Manual by Charles E. Kellogg, published in 1937 , is a foundational text in soil science and land evaluation. It provides detailed methodologies for conducting soil surveys, emphasizing classification, mapping, and interpretation for agricultural and environmental purposes.  Kellogg, who led the Soil Survey Division for decades, introduced scientific rigor and standardization to soil classification  Soil Survey Equipment : (Pg #18-19) Round-pointed spade, Square-pointed spade, Pick, Soil auger, Plane table (with compass, tripod, case), Alidade, Hand level (Abney), Geologist's hammer, Tally counter, HCl acid, line needles., Thumbtacks., sacks, Triangles, Straightedge, Protractor., Surveyor's band chain, Rule (6-ft). Peat sampler., Electrolytic bridge and accessories, Soil-reaction test kit, Sundial compass., Compass (Forester/ geologist), Printed forms & stationery, Paper (plane-table, tracing), notebooks, Erasers (ink, pencil). tags (for...

The Government Manual for New Superheroes book by Matthew David Brozik (2005)

Hello Everyone !! The Government Manual for New Superheroes book by Matthew David Brozik ( 2005 ) is a humorous, mock-official handbook designed for aspiring superheroes. The book provides a satirical take on superhero culture. The book also includes amusing extras like superhero union listings, registration applications, and quirky charts. It has been praised for its witty writing and creative approach to superhero tropes, making it a fun read for fans of comic book heroes and satire. Superhero Equipment to Carry : (Ch.3, Pg #33-36) Money, keys, watch, local map, flashlight, food, water, rope, matches, mirror, med-kit, sunglasses, umbrella, chemical spray, earplugs, library card, ATM card, supermarket discount card, can-opener, pocket knife, pen; in rural area (atlas, breadcrumbs, pup tent, sunscreen). For stealth types, carry lockpicks, safe crack, wire, hairnet, balloon. Thank you for Reading !!