Nasmyth
- James. 1808–90, British engineer; inventor of the steam hammer (1839)
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Nasmyth was half-asleep when the cook and the leader of the gang came in.
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It was, however, important that Nasmyth should be able to find the tree.
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“They did,” said Nasmyth, who was pleased to recall the fact.
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Nasmyth nodded, for this was a thing he had discovered already.
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“Especially when he has the privilege of your particular favour,” added Nasmyth.
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