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Wire-stretching Tool.

Description: Patent for "a simple tool, easily manufactured and readily taken apart, which can be conveniently carried by one man, and with which he can stretch wire to the proper tension and readily fasten same, said tool being also adapted to be used in cutting wire and removing staples."
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: Manly, Walter D.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Valve.

Description: Patent for "new and useful Improvements in Valves" (lines 5-6) used in pneumatic inner tubes to stop leakage, including illustrations.
Date: December 14, 1920
Creator: Cheek, Alex L.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Liquid Storage and Dispensing Apparatus.

Description: Patent for an economically efficient liquid storage and dispensing apparatuses. The device is aimed at providing an air pressurized system to discharge inflammable liquids.
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: Carton, John J.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Water-Heater

Description: Patent for a water heater that will heat a large quantity of water in a short amount of time. Cool water is delivered to the bottom of the tank, displacing hot water at the top so the tank is always filled with hot water.
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: Faust, Louis F.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Wire-Stretcher.

Description: Patent for a wire stretcher which includes attachments for pulling the ends of a broken strand of wire together so that it can be repaired, in addition to the usual function of stretching wire thereby taking up slack in unbroken wire strands when erecting fences. The device also "requires a minimum amount of labor in its operation and in which the force employed is exerted in the direction of the line of the wire" (lines 20-23).
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: Stephens, William B.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Protective Runner for Cotton-Pickers' Sacks.

Description: Patent for a protective runner that protects the collection sack from being damaged as it is dragged. This design is meant to be quick and easy to attach and is shaped like a trough.
Date: November 14, 1922
Creator: Shipp, Charles E.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Toy Grasshopper

Description: Patent for a toy grasshopper that is able to jump on surfaces once it is set down to simulate the propelled jumping of a grasshopper. Because of its design, primarily of rubber bands and levers, the movement is unique. It is also able to be formed into other animals or insects, as the body is made of wood.
Date: December 14, 1920
Creator: Ford, George E.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Universal Lock and Latch.

Description: Patent for an improved lock and latch system that can be utilized on either the left or right side of a door. The improved design is constructed using the minimum number of materials while remaining durable.
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: Schultze, August J.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Surface-Treating Device.

Description: Patent for surface treating devices that provides "a continuously moving surface treating member and support the same in such a manner that its application to the work may be adjusted to a minute degree and controlled by the operator while the device is in operation." (lines 11-16)
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: Clarke, Alex A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Surface-Treating Machine.

Description: Patent for surface-treating machines in "an anular form and to dispose within the same a complete driving and operating unit, whereby the member is revolved, and to associate with said member and unit a support where by the surface-treating member is carried and may be applied to the work under full control of the operator." (lines 12-19)
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: Clarke, Alex A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Surgical Splint

Description: Patent for a surgical splint, which is semi-rigid so that the instrument is rigid enough to maintain its shape and tension, but with a construction that includes softer materials like rubber so that it can be adjusted without causing pain or discomfort. Patent includes illustrations.
Date: December 14, 1920
Creator: Crawford, Lyter H. & Prante, John H.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Puncture-Proof Auto-Tire

Description: Patent for puncture-proof auto tires aimed at reducing (or eliminating entirely) automotive tire punctures and blowouts. The design prioritizes the protection and strengthening of tire walls for these purposes alongside a simplicity in design which lends itself toward (comparatively) low manufacturing costs.
Date: June 14, 1921
Creator: Fenley, Robert H.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Gasolene-Measuring Device.

Description: Patent for a device which allows for gasoline to be measured while under constant flow.
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: McKallip, John C.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Hair-Clipper

Description: Patent for hair clippers in which the power-driven device will move positively in action comprises a few numbers of parts and is easy to operate.
Date: January 14, 1920
Creator: Jones, Sidney P. & Wallace, David P.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Gun-Barrel Cleaner.

Description: Patent for a gun-barrel cleaner unique in that it cleans and oils. It also provides an adjustable handle-stop which avoids damage to muzzle end of shotgun by inexperienced users. Adjustable in order to clean different gauges.
Date: November 14, 1922
Creator: McCanna, John F.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Ignition System for Gas-Engines.

Description: Patent for improvements to ignition system for gas internal combustion engines that is simple, compact and serves as "a combination coil, distributer, interrupter and condenser for use in connection with storage batteries and low tensioned magnetos not timed to the engine shaft."
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: Kelly, James
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Power Reversing Mechanism

Description: Patent for a power reversing mechanism that "provides an automatic means for causing the platen to of the packer to reciprocate continuously...(lines 15-17)."
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: Cameron, Theodore R.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Pump.

Description: Patent for a pump designed to draw liquid, such as oil, from a well.
Date: June 14, 1921
Creator: Jones, Oceola
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Oil Well Screen.

Description: Patent for a new oil-well screen that prevents sand from entering an oil or water well but will allow oil and water through.
Date: February 14, 1922
Creator: Dobson, John A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Handle Attachment for Surface-Treating Machines.

Description: Patent for surface treating machines handle attachments that can be easily attached and removed.
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: Clarke, Alex A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Oil Burner

Description: Patent for an oil burner. This oil burner is designed to consume fuel in a cheaper and more economical manner.
Date: March 14, 1922
Creator: Mills, Virgil H. & Mills, John H. T.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Garbage-Can.

Description: Patent for a garbage can that is simple and efficient and has a lid that can be opened on the garbage can.
Date: September 14, 1920
Creator: Lewellen, Rosa B.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Sawing Machine

Description: Patent for a wood sawing machine which allows for a portable wood sawing apparatus. The device is capable of adjusting the saw to create a feed, and allows for cutting diagonally, horizontally, or vertically.
Date: December 14, 1920
Creator: Arnold, James A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Washing-Machine.

Description: Patent for a washing machine that has better water pressure for washing that prevents damage to garments. The design for the washing machine also reduces production costs.
Date: June 14, 1921
Creator: Latham, Minnie M.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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