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Trap For Crustacea (open access)

Trap For Crustacea

Patent for a crustacea trap. This device is designed for use in catching crabs, lobsters, and other crustacea. Illustrations included.
Date: October 23, 1906
Creator: Franklin, Robert M.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Sheet Metal Fireproof Window (open access)

Sheet Metal Fireproof Window

Patent for a sheet metal, fireproof window. The design is a window where the frame and the sash is constructed out of sheet-metal in order for it to be fireproof. The design also allows the sashes to be opened and held in that position but will close automatically when high temperature air comes into contact with them.
Date: January 23, 1906
Creator: Miller, W. H.
System: The Portal to Texas History