
BOWLING CATALOG E, by NARRAGANSETT MACHINE COMPANY, PROVIDENCE, R. I.
CLASS D, “STANDARD” BOWLING ALLEYS.
CLASS C, “STANDARD” ADJUSTABLE ALLEYS.
GENERAL SPECIFICATION. “STANDARD” Bowling Alleys.
ADVANTAGES.
DESCRIPTION.
“STANDARD” BOWLING ALLEYS.
GUARANTEE.
HIGH RUNS.
FACILITIES.
A clear, hands‑on look at the resurgence of bowling comes through in this detailed guide, which treats the sport’s facilities with the same precision once reserved for engineering manuals. The author explains why a modern alley must be built right from the start, emphasizing the importance of sturdy foundations, proper ventilation, and the use of premium timber. Readers get a sense of the craftsmanship behind today’s “standard” lanes, presented in a straightforward, no‑nonsense style.
The catalogue walks through every structural element—sleepers, sills, maple beds, and adjustable frames—showing how each piece fits together for durability and ease of maintenance. It highlights innovative features such as adjustable sleepers that let owners level the surface without costly replanning, and modular sections that can be moved between venues. Detailed specifications for pins, gutters, scoreboards, and even the finishing touches like leather‑faced cushions are included.
For anyone interested in the nuts and bolts of bowling alley construction, from seasoned builders to curious hobbyists, this volume offers a thorough, practical reference that brings the science of the game’s environment to life.
Language
en
Duration
~26 minutes (24K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by ellinora, RichardW, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2018-06-16
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
An early Providence, Rhode Island manufacturer, this company left behind practical catalogs that open a window into the worlds of bowling, gymnasiums, and physical training in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Its books feel less like traditional reading and more like a tour through the equipment, design, and ambitions of their era.
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