Abstract: A building structure having walls constructed of matched pairs of dimensionally diverse timbers is disclosed which incorporates the natural taper of the timbers and uses a uniform notching system for corner joinder.

Abstract: A machine for fabricating driveshafts includes a frame including a support bed. A tailstock with centering spindle is mounted on said support bed. A headstock with driving spindle coincident with said centering spindle's axis is also mounted on said support bed. A rotatably lockable phasing plate is receivable in said driving spindle for mounting a rotary workpiece coincident with said axis. A phasing plate lockable in a positional relationship to said driving spindle phasing plate is receivable in said centering spindle for mounting a rotary workpiece coincident with said axis.

Abstract: An illuminated sight is disclosed which comprises a transparent member having light diverting and receiving portions, a light source with means for orienting said light source with respect to the transparent member and means for mounting to an instrument or weapon.

Abstract: A process for the coloring and syruping of cherries by adding to cherries a composition which comprises sugar, carbonated water, syrup, alcohol, FDA approved coloring and flavoring extract, stirring the mixture, sealing and storing at room temperature.

Abstract: A fixture for holding a gas meter tangent assembly is disclosed said fixture adapted to lock the crank and tangent wrist of said assembly in position whereby the calibration of said assembly can be maintained during disassembly and reassembly.