Encyclopedia of Practical Receipts and Processes

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Blue Lights

Chlorate of potassa, 3 parts; sulphur, 1 part; ammoniated copper, 1 part. 2119. Colored Lights without Sulphur-For Indoor Illuminations. These are used for the purpose of lighting up tableaux vivants, and for private theatricals.

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