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A Collection of 37 Photogravure Pictures by Benor-Kalter, 1926

A Collection of 37 Photogravure Pictures by Benor-Kalter, 1926

This important collection of old photogravure views of Jerusalem and the Holy Land (Eretz Israel) by Jacob (Ya'akov) Benor-Kalter, illustrates the early artistic work of Benor-Kalter. The work was published in Jerusalem by the Art Publishing House "Migdal" and by the Pro-Jerusalem Society in 1926. The...

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Two Early Dynamometers

Two Early Dynamometers

An account of two of the earliest dynamometers is presented, together with results of the first experiments attained with them. The Graham-Desaguliers dynamometer was developed in London in 1763 to measure human muscular force, in such a way that synergistic muscles could not impart a false mechanical...

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The History of the Régnier Dynamometer

The History of the Régnier Dynamometer

The Régnier dynamometer, invented and built by Edme Régnier (1751 – 1825), was brought to prominence in the world of physical culture in the early 20th century by Professor Edmond Desbonnet. It is easy to forget the life of the dynamometer before Desbonnet reintroduced it to strongman society. It...

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Welcome to our New Website!

Welcome to our New Website!

We are extremely happy to welcome you all to our new site. The site has a more user friendly design and many new features .

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New Year, Collectibles and Antiques....it's that time of year.

New Year, Collectibles and Antiques....it's that time of year.

Gilai Collectibles wishes all its visitors Happy New Year. If you are looking for a unique gift, why not look around our shop for that special something?

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Sir William Fitzgerald Report on Jerusalem 1945

Sir William Fitzgerald Report on Jerusalem 1945

Report by Sir William Fitzgerald on the Local Administration of Jerusalem. Printed by the Government Printer, Palestine. 28th August 1945. Copy Number 14 of 1946

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