New high voltage insulator invented by Fred Locke

STRONG CLAIMS MADE

FOR NEW INSULATOR

The Invention of Fred M. Locke, of Victor.

Canandaigua, April 30. - A new high pressure insulator has been invented by Fred M. Locke, of Victor, who was the inventor of the original Locke insulator, now being manufactured in that village. Mr. Locke, who is a practical electrician, and was a telegraph operator some years ago, appreciated the need for an insulator that would carry a large amount of electricity, and his first porcelain production was considered a great discovery.

Mr. Locke finally found, however, that under the most favorable circumstances the transmission of from 40,000 to 60,000 volts was the most that was possible, and under some circumstances this was dangerous. He has since experimented til now he claims he has produced an insulator whose transmission powers are unlimited. It has stood repeated and severest tests. Mr. Locke's invention has attracted attention among electricians and he has received offers for the privilege to manufacture. He is at present arranging his patents in the United States and Europe.