Abstract: A single copy publication dispenser having an enclosure with a suitable stationary, but adjustable, platform for retaining a stack of publications thereon. A publication discharge assembly overlies the platform and includes a discharge member which is slidable laterally between first and second positions against the force of springs for enabling selective discharge of a single publication, while the entire discharge assembly is slidable vertically under the force of gravity so that the discharge member abuts against the upper surface of the next publication for discharge. The discharge member includes a pivotable discharge bar operable between a first position at which it grips the publication adjacent an edge thereof as the pull bar is retracted under force of springs. An interlock mechanism is provided between a publication withdrawal pull bar and the coin mechanism for enabling actuation of the discharge assembly only when coins of the proper number and size are present in the mechanism.

Abstract: A method is provided for eliminating a fern-like pattern on metal strip being electroplated with metal or metal-alloy coatings. The method includes contacting the to be plated surface of the strip with sufficient additional electrolyte solution to substantially eliminate non-uniformity of a film carried thereon from a prior treatment, such additional electrolyte being in contact with said surface for at least 0.1 second prior to and continuing until arrival of said surface at a point directly facing the adjacent edge of a first electrically energized anode within an electrolytic cell for the plating thereof.