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THE CELEBRATED 
 
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 &OSS' PATENT AKTinCIAL SLATE; 
 
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 METALLIC PAINTS, 
 
 BLACK, PURPLE, AND RED. 
 
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 The above Manufactures have received the highest Testimonials ever 
 offered to the Public ia favour of any Colonial Manufacture. Among the 
 numerous and highly respectable Certificates, voluntarily given, we refer to 
 the following :— , :. 
 
 Professor A. A. HAYS, State Assayer, Massachusetts. 
 W. d- R WRIGHT, Ship Builders a d Owners, St. John, N. B. 
 ROBERT G. MORAN, do do do. 
 
 G. F. THOMPSON, Painter, do. 
 
 TFM. PAftjrSif- SOiV, Owners, "Maid of Erin," do. ^ 
 THOMAS PARKS, do do. do. 
 
 STEWART if- NEIL, Fredericton, N. B. 
 GEORGE BUIST, Manager of Gas Works, Halifax, N. S. 
 The Hon. JAMES B. UNIACKE, Attorney General and Commission- 
 er of Public Buildings, Halifax, N. S- 
 JAMES H. MOSHER, Painter, Novelty Works. New York. 
 JONATHAN G iyil/2/)/iVG, FredericK^, New Brunswick. 
 THOMAS H SEGEE, do do. * 
 
 THOMAS M. CRO W AND OTHERS, Truro. p 
 
 ARCHIBALD SCOTT, Insurance Office, Halifax. if s 
 
 DAVID PAGE, Truro, 
 DANIEL LEPSON Painter, Baltimore, 
 j; B: JORDAN, .. .< 
 
 WILLIAM GRAHAM, « •« 
 
 BENJAMIN HUGER, Col. U. S. A., Baltimore, 
 JAMES B, McNUTT, Onslow. 
 
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 BiitUh North American, Halifax ; Sun, Halifax ; Recorder, HaliAx ; 
 iVino Srvntwicker, St. Joha, N. B. ; Gazette^ Montreal. 
 
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 The above Manufactures have been upwards of three years generally 
 used in the British Provinces and the United States, and in no in- 
 stance is the Patentfc*. zvare that they fail to give entire satisfaction ; 
 and he has every reason to believe they excel all other pigments for 
 protecting Iron, Wood, and Masonry from the decaying and corrod- 
 ing influences of the atmosphere ; whilst the " Artificial Slate" has 
 been submitted to the severest tests in cases of fire, and in every in- 
 stance has resisted the devouring element, until such portions of the 
 building as were not covered with the Slaie^ were totally consumed. 
 An instance <>f this nature was very recently communicated to the 
 Manufacturer by J. W. M. Irish, Esquire, of St. John, N. B. — his 
 letter bears date 30ih June, lb52. The following is an extract : — 
 
 " I have just seen Thomas Stewart, the Agent at Fredericton for 
 " the Slate and Paint ; he states that a Mr. Segee, about five miles 
 "below that place got a quantity of the Slate from him last year, 
 " andcovered theroof ofhis house himself, and that his barns, stand- 
 *' ing not more than 30 yards from the house, took fire from the woods 
 *' a short time since. Both barns were burnt ; alihoogh the roof of the 
 " house was covered with sheets of fire, and the ends also ignited, 
 •* the roof did not ; and he is satisfied the house must have burnt, if 
 ** the Slate had not been on. This Mr. Segee stated in Mr. Stewart's 
 •' shop, before a number of respectable individuals, and he is one riim- 
 *' self. — Mr. Stewart has promised to get a certificate to tliis effect." 
 
 With such gratifying proof of the security afforded by the *' Arti- 
 ficial Slate" against the devouring element, the Manufacturer, with 
 entire confidence, rests the patronage which he thinks he has establish- 
 ed, upon the merits of his discovery agaiist every spurious article, 
 purporting by fraudulent puffs to possess the qualities ofhis manufac- 
 ture. 
 
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 PROSPECTUS. 
 
 The Black Metallic Paint is now for the first time offered as an 
 article of surpassing excellence. The accompauying Certificates from 
 practical Painters, who must necessauly use the best of paints for 
 Carriages, testify to this important fact. 
 
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 PROSPECTUS. 
 
 The artificial SLATE is the product of a mixture of mineral 
 substances known to be the best non-conductors of heat, as well as 
 the most indestructible, the chemical affinity of which converts the 
 surfaces of materials covered into a coating of actual slate — proof 
 against FIRE and WATER. Thus the laws of Nature are made to 
 accomplish results as surprising as they are useful, by rendering 
 Wooden fabrics as durable as Brick or Stone, and less pervious to 
 moisture ; and covsequently preventing decay and destruction from 
 corroding influences, hitherto supposed unattainable. 
 
 The METALLIC PAINTS, Purple and Red, are offered as 
 Weather and Water proof solely. Their base being Iron, secures 
 them from galvanic action, so fatal to lead, and other paints on Jron 
 work ; and their chemical combination makes it impossible that an^ 
 change should take place from atmospheric influence, or the action of 
 salt water and sulphuretted hydrogen, so prevalent in sea-ports and 
 tidal harbours. They surpass all paints yet discovered in Cheapness 
 and Durability, which render them pre-emiently adapted to the cover- 
 ing of all kinds of Iron Work, such as Shipping, Mills, Bridges, 
 Steam Machinery. Railway Cars, and Iron Railways. The ME- 
 TALLIC PAINTS have been analysed by Prof. Hays of Boston. 
 .The following is an extract from his Certificate: — 
 
 " As a permanent pigment, this mineral must rank with the most 
 indestructible and unchangeable bases. For coveting Metallic Ware, its 
 composition shews that it is eminently fitted. 
 
 (Signed) " AUGT. A. HAYS, S/a/e ^55ayer. 
 
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 DIRECTIONS. 
 
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 ARTIFICIAL SLATE : Mix the powder with pure Boiled or 
 Raw Linseed Oil and a little Spirits of Turpentine, to the consistency 
 of very thick paint, and apply with a common brush, being careful to 
 keep the mixture well stirred while putting it on. One pound will 
 cover ten square feet with two coats. 
 
 If Shingles have been on for years, it will be necessary to weeps off 
 the moss and lint with a stiff broom. Two or three coats of this 
 material will make a perfect Slate Roof, proof against Fire and 
 Water. 
 
 Itl^T^The Metallic Paints are mixed and put on like ordinary paint. 
 
 JOHN ROSS, Patentee. 
 
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 To John R088, Enquire, Patentee of Artificial Slaie & Metallic Paints. 
 
 Sir,— We the Subscribers, House Joiners and Painters, bv trade, having 
 been using your "Artificial Slate'" for upwards of three years'deem it a plea- 
 sing duty to express our opinion, iliai this composition far exceeds any other 
 paint for covering the Roofs of Houses,— apart from ils^reproo/quality its 
 value lor protecting wood from the decaying influence of the weather is ex- 
 ceedingly important. We know of many buildings covered with amced 
 shingles painted with Artificial Slate, which have stood the test of summer 
 heat and winter cold, which are now as smooth, as when first laid— the whole 
 roof appears to be cemented together, impervious to moisture and consequent- 
 ly not subject to decay.' 
 
 We regard the application of "Artificial Slate" to sa7C<?rf shingles as a matter 
 of great economic value, and lecl desirous that it should be generally known 
 that aaiced shingles so covered are superior in point of finish and durability 
 to those split and shaved — We are sir, yours, &,c. * 
 
 GEORGE COOK, THOS. M CROW, 
 
 SAMTJEL J. BLAIR, ., D. B FL ETCH Eli, 
 
 RICHARD rPHAM, • SYDNEY. S. CROW. 
 
 FRANCIS LA YTON, , . DAVID C. WILSON. 
 GEORGE GUNN, 
 
 Onslow, 28th July, 1851. 
 
 Sir,— I have tried your Black Metallic Paint, and have much pleasure in 
 stating that it is an excellent article, having all the qualites of a good paint 
 except being a little coarse, — this fault can be easily remedied. 
 
 John Ross, Esq., Truro. Y'ours, &c., Jas. B. M'Nutt, Painter. 
 
 Mr. Rosa. Truro, Aug. 2d, 1852. 
 
 Sir,— Having tried your Black Paint, I find it good ; and if properly ground, 
 w:ll not only answer well for Ships' use, but will answer well for Carriage 
 painting. Your Brown I regard as a superior article,— both well worthy of 
 public patronage. Yours, &c. David Page, Car. Painter. 
 
 J. W. M. Irish, Agent. St. John, June 24, 1850. 
 
 Dear Sir, — We have much pleasure in saying, agreeably to jOur request 
 — and we hope it will assist you in bringing the " Patent Mtlallic Iron Paint" 
 favourably under the notice of Shipowners geneially — that we have bad 
 several new vessels painted with the Purple, and found it all that it is repre- 
 sented by the Patentee's printed circular. One of our vessels was painted 
 with it in October last ; ^he went from here to Liverpool, from Liverpool to 
 Mobile; and in April last saw her in the latter part, looking more like 
 having come out of the pointer's hand than having performed the voyages 
 just mentioned. — Yours, &.c., 
 
 Wm- & R. Wbt'iHT, Shipbuilders and Owners. 
 
 St John, N. B., June 26, 1850. 
 John Ross, Esq., Patentee of the Purple Metallic Iron Paint 
 
 Sir,— I have just painted a new ship with your Metallic Iron Paint, and I 
 have much pleasure in slating, that 1 never painted a ship with so small a 
 quantity of paint and oil, and look so well, From its adhesive qualities, and 
 the manner it covers the wood, I have no doubt but it will be more durable, 
 and much cheaper, than any other paint used for such purposes ; and woul 
 recommend it to the public geneially. 
 
 Yours, &c., Robert G. Mohan, 
 
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 John Ro8«, Esq. St. John, N. B., July 20, 1850. 
 
 Sir— 1 have lately painted a new Brig with your Purple Metallic Iron Pamt: 
 and have much pleasure in alaiing, that I never painted a vessel to look so 
 well at so small a cost ; I am fully persuaded it is the best article m use for 
 Ship or Iron Work, and would recommend it to the public generally. It only 
 wants to be tried, to prove its cheapness and durability. 
 
 Yours, &c., '■■ • John Kirk. 
 
 John Ross, Esq, ' St. John, N. B., July 28, 1830. 
 
 Sir,— I have used your Patent Metallic Paint, and find .t has given perfect 
 satisfaction ; 1 think it is a superior article for any work exposed to the action 
 of salt water, as it stands and wears well in any climate. I do highly re- 
 commend it for Ship Work Iron-covered Buildings, &c. 
 
 The Artificial Slate Paint, if it was more generally used, we would have less 
 fires in our city than we have had; it also perserves the shingles from rot. 
 The cheapness of your Paints is highly in their favo^, if nothing else. 
 
 G. F. Thompson, Painter. 
 
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 Sir,— We have much pleasure in bearing testimony to the superior qualities 
 of your Metallic Paint. We tried it on the Steamer Maid of Erin, in March, 
 and since on our new ship the Lady Blaney. We consider il cheaper and 
 more durable than any other paint we have ever used. 
 
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 M'. J. W. M. Irish. Fredericton, N.B., Nov. 13. 18!50. 
 
 Dear Sir — Please send us two more barrels of your Artficial Slate. We have 
 seen some of the good efi'ects of it at the last fire. Some of the roofs covered 
 with it did not catch at all ; and when the walls were burnt, some of the roof 
 came down in one peice, and others were the means of .saving the building, — 
 especially one roof, alongside of the Bank B. N. A., which also was the means 
 of saving the Bank. 
 
 Please see that it is on board the first boat, as it might be neglected and 
 stored.— Your obedient Servants, Stewabp* & Neil. 
 
 John Ross, Esq. Gas Works, Halifax, N. S., November 12, 1850. 
 
 Dear Sir,— It aflbrds me much pleasure to bear testimony to the great su- 
 
 Eeriority which I consider your Patent Metallic Paint possesses over lead. I 
 ave painted our gasholders.with red lead paint regularly every spring, for the 
 last three years ; and no sooner were they immersed in the water contained in 
 the tanks, than I observed thee fleets of the ammonia, marking the dr;)th to 
 which it had been in the water. This continued until spring again, by which 
 time it almost became white. I painted them this last spring with your Me- 
 tallic Paint, and cannot yet observe any diflerence of color. The part which 
 goes among the water remains the same color as that which does not. From 
 Its adhesive quality, as well as clearness, I consider it superior to any thing 
 I have ever seen for Iron Work. I have also used the Artificial Slate PainL 
 and have no hesitation in saying that (if utsed as directed by your circular,) il 
 is destined to be The Paint for Wooden Buildings. 
 
 , , ; . Geobge BuisT, Manager. 
 
 Mr. John Ross. -■ Novelty Works, New York, Dec. 6, 1350. 
 
 Sir. -—I take pleasure in certifying that I have used your Patent PurpU 
 Metallic Paints for upwards of eighteen months, chiefly upon our boilers for 
 steamships; and find that it will dry quicker, last longer, get harder, and 
 8tand,fire or heat better than any other paint I have used. 
 
 James H. Mosheb, Painter. 
 
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 Mr. John W.M. [rinh. Frcdericton. 
 
 Dear Sir, — Understanding that you are an agent fbr Ross* Fire-proof Faint, 
 and having myself witnessed its efficacy as a preservative against Arc, 1 beg 
 leave, for the benb.it of the public generally, to state a case reluiiug to it, 
 which came under my notice during the great fire in Frrdericton, in the au- 
 tumn of 1850. I had a house destroypd, the roof of which Kad, about three 
 months previous, been twice coated with Ross' Fire Proof Paint. In conse- 
 quence of the high wind which prevailed at the time, the roof was covered with 
 sheets of burning shingles. The house was surrounded with fire on all sides ; 
 it penetrate'l into every part of the interior, and I noticed the iiro working its 
 way inside hriweeu the edges of the boards on the roof, where is usually in 
 this countr/ lei; a space of two or three inches. These spaces tbc fire occupied 
 and tturnl 'hrough the shini^les from underneath. This was the appearance of 
 the roofs taking fire. I did not at any time observe the fire take eiTect on the 
 surfacfi of the roof. I have f^requently thought of addressing you nn this sub- 
 ject, but have deferred doing so from time to time. — I am, Dear Sir, most 
 respeclf'utly,your obedient servant, . Jonathan G. Habdinq. 
 
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 Halifax, 10th Aug., 1852. 
 At the instance of His Excellency Sir John Harvey, Lieutenant Governor of 
 Nova Scotia, I applied Ross' " Artificial Slate," of the consistency of paint 
 to a wall built against and retaining a bank, to prevent tnoisturo oozing 
 through and destroying the masonry, and found it fully answer that purpose. 
 I applied it in the spring df 1861 . 
 
 Jambs B. Uniackb, 
 Attorney General, and Gommissoner of Public Buildings. 
 
 Mr. Thomas Stewart, Fredericion. ' } 
 
 Agent for Ross' Patent Artificial Slate Paint. 
 Dear Sir,-— Having purchased a quantity of Ross' Patent Fire-proof Paint 
 from you last season, and covered tbc roof of my house with it, T deem it a 
 duty to acquaint the public that my barns took fire from the woods, in the 
 month of June, and stood within thirty yards of the house. The barns were 
 burnt; the house took fire at each end, where I could put it out from the 
 windows in the end, while the roof was covered with sheets of live cin- 
 ders, which had no effect on the shingles whatever; and I attribute the safety 
 of the house solely to being covered with the obove Fire-proof Paint ; and 1 
 should recommend every person to cd^er all wooden buildings with that 
 material, as a preventive of fire and preservative of wood. 
 
 Thomas H. Seqee. 
 
 IMPORTANT ECONOMY. 
 
 Archibald Scott, Esq. *' Halifax, 12lh July, 1893. 
 
 Dear Sir,— As khe Agent of various " Fire Insurance Companies, " I l)cg 
 to bring under yournotice my " PATENT ABCTIFICIAL SLATE." This 
 composition has been upwards of three years extensively used in New Bruns- 
 wick, Newfoundlan-i, Prince Edward's Island, the Canadas, and Nova 
 Scotia, principally for covering shingled roofs, as you will perceive by the 
 accompanying circulars of certificales. It has been severely tested, and proved, 
 most successfully, fire proof qualities ujider most extraordinary circumstances; 
 so much so, that I am of opinion that Fire Insurance Companies should en- 
 eoura^e its general application to all kinds of wood building (where the color 
 would be no objection to its being used>, such as the back walls of dwellings in 
 Ui-. city, outhouses, ware-houses, &c., as well as the roofs) by lowering the 
 premium of insurance on such buildings as are covered. 
 
 I have the honor to be, sir, 
 
 Your obedient servant, 
 J. W. Ross, Patentee and Manufacturer. 
 
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 Halifnx, HthJuly, 1853. 
 Sir,— In nnHwer to your note of tbe l2th inst., I coiiHicier the use of your 
 "Artificial Slate Paint" on shingled Roofs, qs greatly diminishiug the risk 
 nt^ainsi Fire -I have frequently reduced the premiums on Buildings in the 
 Oountry, upon its upplicalun, I um, sir, your ob'dl serv't, 
 
 . ARCHIBALD SCOTT, 
 
 ' ' ' " ' ' ' Insurance Agent. 
 
 John Ross, Esq., Halifax. ■'' ''<"<: v: ' • .» ''i m.; 
 
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 MEBsna. Thompson 6i OvDEBivve—Gentlemen: It afTonis me great plea- 
 sure to testify to th» excellency of Ross's Colchesiter Metallic Puint, (supplied 
 liy you for this Company's use. I have used the purple and tried it extensively 
 for twelve mouths on the cars, iron roofs and bridges of the Baltimore and 
 Ohio Railroad Company, and can safely recommend it for that kind of wor^ 
 to be as good as any I ever used. T have never tried it fairly on wood, but 
 have every reason to believe it will juit any kind of work, and for body and 
 durabilitv it cannot l)e surpassed. 
 
 DANIEL LEPSON. Foreman Paint Shop, Bait. & Ohio R. R. Co. 
 
 Mount ClareJ)epot, Baltimore, Oct. 14, 1853. 
 
 Mr. J- B. JoitDAN, who has used this Paint largely on the line of the 
 Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, suys it is the best of the kind he has ever met 
 with, and he has tested a number of kinds. 
 
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 Messrs. Thompson & Ovn^stvva— Gentlemen : I have used the Ross 
 
 Colchester Pnrplo Metallic Paint, purchased from you, on the decks of the 
 
 ships Powhatan, and Isabella, belonging to this port, and after a trial of 
 
 twelve months, find it the best article of the kind for the decks of vessels I 
 
 have ever met with. 
 
 Yours, respectfully, 
 
 WILLIAM GRAHAM. 
 
 Ilarper^s Perry Armory, October Idth, 1853. 
 . Messrs. Thomp30»i & Ovoksluvs— Gentlemen: I f ocured from yon some 
 years sinc« " Ross' Colchester r»Ielallic Paint," and ustJ it on a metallic roof 
 at Fort Monroe. I found it lo answer well, and during the year it was under 
 my observation it bore exposure to the weather in that climate. From this 
 favourable result I was induced to try it on the metallic roofs of the large 
 workshops at this plate, in the fall of 1851 and spring of 1852. These rools 
 are now well covered, and the workmen report it superior to any similar paint 
 heretofore used. 
 
 I have also used it extensively in painting the exterior walls of brick build- 
 ings, for which purpose it seems to answer very well. A longer period of 
 time would of course test its durability more fully. With my present 
 exjicrience (about two years) of it, I am of opinion that it is economical and 
 useful. Very respectfully, your ob'di servant, 
 
 BENJ. HUGER, Col. U. S. A. Com'ff. 
 
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 HoMR Production. — Hurrah /or Nova ScoUal—iieo the comniunicntion 
 to Mr. Ross, in another column. It is to such men ns'lVlr. Ross this country 
 will owe a lasting dehl of gratilude, for developiiii; her hidden treasures. 
 Wc wish we had more like him. Colchester may well be pioud of her 
 wealth and her men. — British North American. 
 
 Ross' Metallic Paints.— We have nlreody called public atleniion to the 
 high eslimatiou in which the Metallic Pa>. mnuufncturrd by John Ross, 
 £»q., Truro, are held by those who have occasion to use them. Certificates 
 of a highly satisfactory character, in praise of these ur'»clcs of Provincial 
 munufauture, appear elsewhere, in this issue; iind from iiiforination afliirded 
 by parties who nave similarly applied them, wccun sai'^lv endorse the upinious 
 therein contained.— Ha/i/bo; Sun. 
 
 Patent Artificial Slate and UNCHAKOEAnLE Metallic Paints. — 
 We have inuch pleasure in directing the attention of our readers to an adver- 
 tisement, in another column, of J. Ross, Esq , of Truro, Nova Scotin, the 
 Patentee of the above excellent material for the preservation of both wood and 
 metals. Mr. Ross has expended large sums of money in develonitig the 
 mineral resources of Colchester, and we are heartily glad that this (fiscovery 
 promises to prove aliUe valuable and remunerating. To shipowners, in 
 
 E articular, the Metallic Paints are destined to bo of prime value. The rerti- 
 cates of parties who have experimented with these Paints afibrd ampli 
 around for the strongest recommendation of so valuable an ingredient us the 
 Patentee advertises. We hope to have some certificates from the shipowners 
 of our port soon, to add to the growing celebrity of this newly discovered 
 compoiind. Of its value as a fire proof ingredient, wc learn that too much 
 cannot be said; and so soon as its virtues have been a little more tested and 
 
 fenerally known, its effects will be to reduce premiums wherever it is used. 
 I has lately been proposed in England to erect a species of cheap tombstone 
 lor the poorer classes, to be composed of a plaistic earth called •' terra coiia." 
 Upon these erections, it is further proposed, by moveable types, to effect cheap 
 inscriptions previously to the clay neing baked. The idea has struck us that 
 a juniper slab, well coated with this slate, to be colored as required, migiu 
 constitute a monument uf a most durable character; and inscriptions might 
 be effected upon the slating in the way above iniimaled, by moveable types. 
 Why not 1— Halifax Recorder. 
 
 Patent Artificial Slate and Unchangea&le Metallic Paints. — 
 A short time ago we called attention to the Patent Artificial Slate and 
 Unchangeable Metallic Paints, proof against Fire and Water, manufactured 
 by John Ross, Esq., in Colchester, Nova Scotia. Since then these valuable 
 articles have been extensively used in this city; and it will be seen by 
 advertisement in our columns to-day, that they have received the approbation 
 of a number of our merchants and most practical men. The discovery is 
 certainly entitled to our warm approbation, and cannot fail to be attended 
 with the most important advantassfes to the community. The extreme cheap- 
 ness and durability of these articles, their easy application to the purpose 
 intended, and the excellence of the materials, all conspire to render the Artifi- 
 cial Slate and the Metallic Paints invaluable for covering houses and ships. 
 We would direct attention to the certificates in favour of these articles, and 
 every information can be had on application to J. W. M. Irish, Esq., General 
 Agent for New Brunswick.— iVewj JBruitsxcicker . 
 
 Wb would direct the attention of our readers to the notice in this day's 
 issue, of Messrs. G. B. Symes & Co., with reference to the Metallic Paints 
 and Artificial Slate, manufactured by the Patentee, in Cojchester, Nova 
 Scotia. The value of those commodities cannot be over rated, if they poi5sess 
 the properties which they are said to produce with reference to the protection 
 
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 they afford from the devouring ravages of fire ; and we have every reason to 
 believe, from the testimonials we have seen, that il has done good-service in 
 Fredericton during the great fire of 1850. 
 
 The governmeiU has pursued a wise policy in udmitting, dutyfree, an 
 article oisuch economical value into »his wooden colony; and we are pleased 
 to see that the consmners reap the benefit of that concession, as it will he 
 perceived that the Patentee and nianufacinrer has at once reduced the price 
 of the article to the extent of the duty heretofore imposed. The opinions of 
 the press in TVova Scolia and New Brunswick are exceedingly favourable. 
 Space will only permit us to copy one extract, from Iho British North 
 A'^iCrican. 
 
 " It is to such men as Mr. Ross this country will owe a lasting debt of 
 graiitude, for developing her hidden treasures. Colchester may well be proud 
 of her wealth and her men." — (Quebec Chronicle. 
 
 The patentoe and manufacturer of the Fire-proof Composition called 
 '• Artificial Slate," John Ross, Esq. of Colchester, Nova Scotia, has placed on 
 onr table a small pamphlet, giving a brief statement of the nature of this 
 composition. The constituents seem well selected to attain the object in 
 view, viz : To prevent decay and destruction from the corroding influences of 
 the atmosphere and from fire. Thus wooden buildings may be rendered 
 about as durable as brick or stone, and less pervious to moisture. 
 
 The testimony of a host of highly respectable merchants in St. John, 
 Fredericion, and Halifax, together with what we know of the constituents 
 of this commodity, as non-conductors of heat and their imperishable nature, 
 and the adhesive qualities of the oxides of iron, to bind them to the material 
 covered, induce us to recommend it to the p.jLlic, in Montreal, particularly, to 
 give Mr. Ross' Composition a fair trial. 
 
 The policy of admitting such an article. /"rom the Sistc^ Colony free of d'<.iy, 
 is worthy of all praise. We trust that Juring the present Session of Parlia- 
 ment, further encouragement will be given to Colonial Manufactures, by a 
 revision of our tariff based upon that policy. 
 
 Iron roof covering expands when exposed to heat, the consequence is, that 
 it ciirls up, and gives the fire opportunity to ignite the boards underneath. 
 Tin roofs, loo, if covered with two or three coals of Mr. Ross' Composition, 
 \Vuuld not heat so suddenly and similar consequences would be avoided. It 
 cannot cost much to make a trial ;'wc should like to see some one try the 
 experiment. 
 
 The certificates, which will be found in another column, but tnore particu- 
 larly the one from the "Novelty Works," New York, after a trial of 18 
 months upon Ocean Steam Boilers, are conclusive evidence of the value of this 
 compound, in resisting the action of fire. — Montreal Gazette. 
 
 
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 CALLED 
 
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 UNCHANGEABLE METALLIC PAINTS. 
 
 Proof against Fire and Water 1 
 
 MANUFACTURED IN COLCHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA. 
 
 AFRESH SUPPLY of the above celebrated FIRE PROOF PAINTS 
 will arrive by the Steamer Albatross, on her rciurn from Halifax, and in 
 consequence of these articles being in future admitted free of Duty, a deduc- 
 tion equal to the Duties formerly imposed will be made to parties purchasing 
 not less than a ton. 
 
 Certificates from gentlemen of well known respectability in Nova Scotia 
 and New Brunswick, among which is that of the Hon. .T. B. Uniackc, Attor- 
 ney General and Commissioner of Public Buildings in Nova Scotia, have 
 inauced His Excellency the Governor General of Canada, in Council, to 
 admit those important productions from Nova Scotia into this Province duty 
 free, as will appear by the following communication, received by the manu- 
 facturer, now in this city, from the Hon. R. S. M. Bouchette, Comptroller of 
 Customs. 
 
 DEALERS IN PAINTS will alike consult their own interest, and 
 promote the generous policy of the Government, by keeping on hand a 
 constant supply of the qenuink article, which can be had only from Messrs. 
 G. B. Symes &> Co., at as low a price as those spurious articles, wrongfully 
 said to possess similar qualities. 
 
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 duebec, Aug. 28, 1852. 
 
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 Sir. — Your Communication to His Honor the Administrator of the Govern- 
 ment of Nova Scotia, on the subject of the introduction into Canada, duty 
 free, of Metallic Paints and Artificial Slate, by you, having been transmitted 
 to the Governor General of this Province, by tne Hon. Joseph Howe, Provin- 
 cial Secretary of Nova Scotia, on the 26th ult., I have the honour by command, 
 to inform you, that, the Inspector General having submiite'd your application 
 to the favourable consideration of His Excellency in Council, it has appeared 
 to His Excellency, that the important purposes to which it seems the articles 
 in question may be applied, render it desirable that those articles should be 
 admitted into tnis Province duty free. 
 
 A notice will appear in the next issue of the Official Gazelle, declaring 
 Metallic Paints, and Artificial Slate, being the products or manufacture of 
 Nova Scotia, admissible into this Province free of duty. 
 
 I have the honour to be, 
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 Yours, &c., 
 [Signed] R. S. M. BOUCHETTE. 
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