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Jar and Can Lifter

Description: Patent for Jar and Can lifter designed to assist in transporting a can or jar. It is made from wire and acts as a removable handle.
Date: January 24, 1920
Creator: Hilley, Seaborn A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Window-Screen.

Description: Patent for improvements in screen constructions in connection with doors or windows. The goal is to provide a means for encouraging insects that are on the inner surfaces of the screen.
Date: January 20, 1920
Creator: McGeorge, Jefferson F.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Work Engaging Support for Surface Treating Machines

Description: Patent for work engaging support for surface treating machines. Intent of patent is to provide support for revolving sections of machinery in order to provide greater stabilization.
Date: January 13, 1920
Creator: Clark, Alex A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Wire-Straightening Tool.

Description: Patent for a wire straightening tool, with illustrations, that relies on a series of levers and cams to apply pressure to the wire as it is pulled through. The patent notes that "the wires can be straightened quickly and with facility, thereby permitting the using of all twisted and bent wire which has heretofore gone to waste and resulting in considerable saving of metal" (page 2, lines 14-18).
Date: January 27, 1920
Creator: Cervenka, Frank L.
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Vending-Machine.

Description: Patent for improvements in the construction of coin-operated vending machines which automatically lock when coins are not inserted. This device is designed to dispense objects of many shapes and sizes. Illustrations included.
Date: January 6, 1920
Creator: Ogden, Carlton N.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Stalk-Chopper.

Description: Patent for improvements to the stalk-chopping machine that will strip the ears from the corn while also chopping the corn stalk into bits to fertilize the field.
Date: January 27, 1920
Creator: Bartz, Adolph J.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Spark-Arrester.

Description: Patent for a spark aresster that is designed to prevent the discharge of sparks from a flue, particularly flues for small stoves used in army tents.
Date: January 27, 1920
Creator: Ashby, Bert A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Pump Piston

Description: Patent for an "Improvement in Pump-Pistons" (lines 5-6) including illustrations.
Date: January 13, 1920
Creator: Humason, Granville A.
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Plow.

Description: Patent for a plow that improves the type of plow employing "a moldboard and plowpoint or share bolted to a standard" (lines 9-11), with illustrations. This patent improves upon previous patents numbered 974,675 and 974,676 issued to the same inventor on November 1, 1910.
Date: January 6, 1920
Creator: Kelly, Robert Marvin
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Mirror-Holder

Description: Patent for a mirror holder containing a bracket that allows for easy fixing to various items of furniture.
Date: January 13, 1920
Creator: Barnard, Elmer
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Packet-Holder.

Description: Patent for a packet holder used to wrap and tie a bundle of mail or letters made using a cord and clasp plate.
Date: January 27, 1920
Creator: Ashby, Bert
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Punch

Description: Patent for punch. Intent of patent is to provide a more stable way of connecting a punching tool mechanism to a reciprocating shaft.
Date: January 5, 1920
Creator: Doolittle, John F
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Piston.

Description: Patent for improvements in pistons (also called follower heads) for pump cylinders that are more designed for oil wells. The principal object of this invention is to provide a means for renewing parts of the head to restore the same to its original diameter after it has become worn and loose.
Date: January 13, 1920
Creator: Miller, William James
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Cotton-Chopper.

Description: Patent for improvements to Cotton-Choppers. The invention relates to the agricultural implements and more particularly to machines for thinning rows of cotton, whereby to prevent crowding of the plants and insuring a stocky growth which will under favorable condition produce a good crop.
Date: January 20, 1920
Creator: Ogden, James D.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Shoe

Description: Patent for improving the design and comfort of footwear that uses a fastening strap across the top to allow the user to quickly put on and take off the shoe. The design will also aid in preventing and correcting foot ailments that can occur when the boot or shoe is used in situations that typical cause problems such as long hikes, marches, or standing.
Date: January 20, 1920
Creator: Mann, William L.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Shade Roller and Curtain-Pole Bracket.

Description: Patent for an adjustable, screwless support pole for window shades and curtains to be used with windows and shades of different widths.
Date: January 27, 1920
Creator: Leach, William F.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Dispensing-Vehicle.

Description: Patent for a "portable store or dispensing vehicle" (lines 11-12) designed to carry a small stock of merchandise that can be conveniently displayed & sold to customers, quickly turned to ensure freshness, and refrigerated if necessary. The vehicle is intended to support quick relocation through its portability, save time for both dispenser and customer alike, and be either draft animal- or motor-driven, illustrations included.
Date: January 6, 1920
Creator: Moody, Jason B.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Display and Vending Device.

Description: Patent for a new improvement to display and vending devices to display products for purchase without a clerk. The device is automated so that it delivers the product directly to the consumer without the need for the consumer to move or change positions. The device cuts costs due to the dismissal of clerks.
Date: January 13, 1920
Creator: Ogden, Carlton N.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Grease Cup.

Description: Patent for a grease cup used to lubricate machine parts.
Date: January 10, 1920
Creator: Allen, Arthur Chester John
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Gasoline Purifier

Description: Patent for improved Gasoline-Purifiers, based off of prior models.
Date: January 10, 1920
Creator: Harris, Ward Rolland
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Snap-Hook.

Description: Patent for a novel snap hook that is easily attachable to an object, but cannot be accidentally detached. The hook utilizes a snap engagement with the bill of the hook and a spring. The hook can be disengaged with finger pressure on the plating.
Date: January 27, 1920
Creator: Carroll, Basil M.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Sweet Potato Curing House

Description: Patent for useful improvements in sweet potato curing houses. The designs provides for a heated and ventilated structure to prevent the rotting of the sweet potatos.
Date: January 6, 1920
Creator: Woods, Edgar Miles
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
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