Dresden, Aug. 25.
A German engineer named Rei-mann has just succeeded in perfecting a process for colouring living trees. It has been found that a whole tree from the end of its roots to the topmost leaf can be completely and permanently coloured within 48 hours Aniline dye is used, and 50 grammes of it, together with 200 litres of water, are sufficient for one tree. The final tests were made in the forest of Tharandt, in the presence of a representative of the Saxon Government and a number of experts including professors from the Tharandt Forestry School.
Two Dresden firms have undertaken to exploit the patent. Furniture, cigarette cases, penholders, and other articles are to be put on the market, all made up inthe new coloured wood Imitations of certain natural woods are declared possible through the process.
American and Dutch concerns are reported to be showing especial interest in finding markets for the novelties.—Reuter.
Axstsrpam, Sept. 21.—A military aeroplane nosedived into the Zuider Zee near Denhelder to-day. The pilot and observer were both drowned.—Reuter.
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