Alan, I'm not sure whether this will go to you or to the list. I would be interested in details of the development of the Swan lamp, but I don't have your email address. Mike Mike Worsfold Shropshire Mines Trust [log in to unmask] Ian mentioned the work of Joseph Swan (later Sir Joseph Swan) in producing his electric lantern for coal mine use and its use underground. I have information on the development of the lamp and its use underground but I suspest that this may be rather long to circulate as a list message. If anyone wishes to have this information please contact me 'off list' and I will send it as an attachment. Alan.