The quality of sliver produced by these machines cannot be surpassed; a great saving in waste "single" and roller laps is effected, and production is increased.
"Illustrated Catalogue of Cotton Machinery"
Howard & Bullough American Machine Company, Ltd.
And there were many kinds of doves and pigeons, which almost fanned our faces as they swooped past, and hanging weaver birds' nests, that I tried not to look at, and a roller bird I'd defy anyone not to look at-the size of a jay, irridescent pale blue and green all over, with just a touch of brown to set off the blues.
"From Edinburgh to India & Burmah"
William G. Burn Murdoch
Crash after crash, the game little craft burying herself completely beneath the mighty seas, to rise again like a duck, only to be sent staggering under once more, as a fresh roller broke in bellowing fury upon her.
"The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley"
Bertram Mitford