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The lantern shown here is of a simple design and can be made out of
material without putting in any bends or twists. The material for the
making of the uprights is 1/2 × 1/8 in. steel.
The top and bottom should be made of No. 16 soft steel. The design
shows that all pieces are riveted together on a framework.
The top can be of one piece and shaped as shown in the sketch. Bottom
is of one piece and is made for electric light, candle, or oil lamp.
Fixtures for any one of the above ways of lighting must be placed
in the bottom of the lantern. For the candle, a small socket can be
riveted to the bottom. A cup to receive the oil lamp may be put in
place. If candle or oil is used the bottom of the lantern must be
fastened with a hinge, so that it will open to receive the lamp or
candle. If it is adjusted for using electric light the cluster sockets
can be fastened to the bottom, or they can hang from the top. These
lanterns can be made in all sizes, from one small enough for a cozy
corner to one large enough for a lodge keeper's gate.
They may be hung on ornamental brackets, as shown in the sketch
here, or they may hang directly from the ceiling, with ring or chain
fastenings. They are made square, round, hexagonal, and so forth.