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Draft Attachment for Automobiles.

Description: Patent for a draft attachment for automobiles to aid in their movement from muddy or slippery conditions including instructions and illustrations.
Date: March 12, 1918
Creator: Pietzsch, Cornelius O.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Protector for Type-Writer Frames.

Description: Patent for typewriter frame protector. The protector attaches to the part of the typewriter frame which is subjected to frequent contact by the user. The protector prevents the frame from wear which can lead to rust.
Date: March 12, 1918
Creator: Glasscock, Gerald A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Belt

Description: Patent for a belt. The belt is used for fan belts in motor vehicles and to also have a resilient engagement with wheels without wear on wheels and pulleys.
Date: March 26, 1918
Creator: Blanton, John R.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Pneumatic-Tire Protector

Description: Patent for an improved pneumatic tire protector. This is a liner "interposed between the inner tube and tire casing to prevent puncture of the inner tube" (p.1 lines 6-8)
Date: March 19, 1918
Creator: Haas, Edward
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Bottle-Cap

Description: Patent for Louis Skala's improvement on the bottle cap. This design features a clampable bottlecap design for better functionality and a better seal
Date: March 9, 1918
Creator: Skala, Louis
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Rail Fastener

Description: Patent for rail fasteners. This invention is meant to eliminate the use of railroad spikes in railroad construction.
Date: March 19, 1918
Creator: Gee, Alexander H.
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Soap Powder

Description: Patent for soap powder that dissolves easily and may be used in all types of water. Soap will make fabrics white and easy to iron.
Date: March 26, 1918
Creator: Diffee, Sarah Jane
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Geometrical Instrument

Description: Patent for a geometrical instrument. This instrument is used to create a straight edge with pivoted blades, like a protractor, to be used for laying protracted angles, etc.
Date: March 26, 1918
Creator: Anderson, Andrew E.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Float-Valve.

Description: Patent for a float valve that is easy and inexpensive to manufactured. It may be used in all tanks.
Date: March 12, 1918
Creator: Lakios, George John
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Attachment for Vehicle-Headlights.

Description: Patent for attachment for vehicle headlights. The invention has a deflecting hood for the head light that deflects the light downward, below the line of sight, particularly for oncoming vehicles
Date: March 26, 1918
Creator: Burns, Bessie A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Ventilator

Description: Patent for low cost, improved ventilators for Pullman and passenger cars and buildings.
Date: March 26, 1918
Creator: Hedges, Robert S.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Vacuum-Regulator for Oil-Pumps.

Description: Patent for vacuum regulator for oil pump. This device is simply constructed and easy to operate. It is an automatic cut-off in the vacuum of the pipe line to the pump.
Date: March 12, 1918
Creator: Hobb, James W.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Mixer

Description: Patent for an improved mixer for "use in connection with internal combustion engines" (lines 9-10). The invention is designed to simplify and increase the engine's efficiency while also making construction more affordable.
Date: March 26, 1918
Creator: Warren, John W.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Shock-Absorber

Description: Patent for improved shock absorbers. The invention is designed to help them be adapted for every type of vehicle. They are cushioned and provide a casing for liquid to help with shock absorption.
Date: March 26, 1918
Creator: Donahoo, John Henry
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Catch.

Description: Patent for an improved catch (latch) to hold open gates that will "prevent a rebound of the gate" (lines 20) and is "simpler, less expensive, and otherwise more convenient" (lines 29-30) to manufacture and use.
Date: March 5, 1918
Creator: Borah, Dee
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Chimney-Cowl

Description: Patent for low cost chimney cowl improvements to insure proper draft and prevent fires.
Date: March 12, 1918
Creator: Burch, Robert S.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Attachment for Carbureters

Description: This patent is for improvements in attachments for carbureters for automobiles. The purpose of this invention is to provide a means whereby only hot air or vapor is sucked into the carbureter,
Date: March 12, 1918
Creator: Milligan, Albert L.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Automatic Fuel-Changing Valve.

Description: Patent for Automatic Fuel Changing Valve. The purpose of the invention is to provide a mechanism that switches to another gas supply when the one which is feeding the system runs low.
Date: March 26, 1918
Creator: Connelly, John S.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Tag for Keys and Other Articles.

Description: Patent for a tag that can be attached to keys for hotel rooms and similar uses. The tag could include the room number associated with the key, the hotel address, and a space for inserting advertising cards.
Date: March 12, 1918
Creator: Hartman, William D.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Fly Catcher

Description: Patent for the fly catcher. This invention comprehends the provision of a fly trap embodying a chute through which livestock may pass and have flies that circulate around them being scared or brushed off of them and causing them to enter a trap. Illustrations are provided.
Date: March 12, 1918
Creator: Girvin, Fitzhugh B. & Brady, Charles P.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Can-Opener.

Description: Patent for a can opener that is made from "a single flat piece of metal" (line 17) and is made for ease of operation, reducing the chance of the user cutting themselves.
Date: March 19, 1918
Creator: Williams, Paul E.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Peanut-Sheller

Description: This patent relates to improvements in the shelling machine and particularly to peanut shelling machines. This patent is to provide a device which will shell a larger quantity of peanuts faster and more efficiently than similar type devices.
Date: March 5, 1918
Creator: Lambeth, William C.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Wrench

Description: Patent for wrench. Machine bolts have a cylindrical or round shank and therefore in order to remove the nut it is often necessary to employ two tools, one engaged with the head of the bolt to prevent its turning and the other engaged with the nut for removing the same. This invention involves a structure provided which includes a member for engaging and holding the head of the bolt and another member for engaging the nut and capable of being revolved whereby the nut may be screwed on to or unsc… more
Date: March 26, 1918
Creator: Moore, Asa C. & Ozment, Edward L.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Automatic Fountain-Valve for Locomotives

Description: This patent relates to new and useful improvements in an automatic fountain valve for locomotives. The purpose of the invention is to provide a valve that will automatically close in the case of the locomotive overturning. This valve will cut off the escaping or steam from broken pipes and prevent the scalding of engine-men who may be trapped in the cab.
Date: March 26, 1918
Creator: Yeamans, Eugence N.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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