105. What is the tensile strength of a good quality of wrought iron
per square inch?

106. For what parts of a structure may cast and wrought iron be used
in reference to tension and compression?

107. Make a sketch of the form of cast-iron beam best adapted to
resist a transverse strain.

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CELEBRATION OF THE FIVE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF
HEIDELBERG, AUGUST, 1886.


The wave of pleasure and enjoyment which flooded everything has
passed. Heidelberg, usually so quiet, assumed the role of a city of
the world, and all was bustle and excitement in the streets, which
were hung with flags and other decorations. The trains constantly
brought new accessions to the crowd, and gayety and mirth reigned
supreme.

The dedication of the renovated _Aula_ of the University served as a
prelude to the festivities of the week. On this occasion a splendid
flag, embroidered by order of the wives of the faculty of the Academy,
an equally costly cover for the scepter, and a silver inkstand were