japan

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Shame on anyone who shall try to shame them for that and deny them basic rights. tpng813 Just like how japan denies its massive massacres across china.

From Time • Aug. 13, 2013

In other cases the concave mirror, either of polished copper or black japan, will be found serviceable for inducing the clairvoyant state.

From How to Read the Crystal or, Crystal and Seer by Sepharial

This material is mixed with oil, japan, and benzine, with a sufficient quantity of colouring matter to please the fancy.

From French Polishing and Enamelling A Practical Work of Instruction by Bitmead, Richard

In fact, the rubbing process constitutes a fine oil-finish, and requires a hard gum, whether it be of japan, varnish, or shellac.

From French Polishing and Enamelling A Practical Work of Instruction by Bitmead, Richard

Dissolve asphaltum in naphtha until it is as thin as water and makes a yellowish stain; or to equal parts of asphaltum, varnish, and gold size japan, add enough turpentine to thin to proper consistency.

From Handwork in Wood by Noyes, William