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Improvement in Saddle-Trees. (open access)

Improvement in Saddle-Trees.

Patent for the improvement of saddle trees used in the construction of "Spanish or Texas saddles." (line 16)
Date: April 2, 1878
Creator: Melton, Benjamin F.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Improvement In Fences. (open access)

Improvement In Fences.

Patent for a new and improved fence, the materials for which would could be easily obtained by farmers and the results would be strong enough to contain livestock.
Date: August 10, 1878
Creator: Lenox, John S.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Improvement in Bale-Ties (open access)

Improvement in Bale-Ties

Patent for an improved bale-tie whose frame is provided with an end bar having wedge-shaped catch.
Date: January 29, 1878
Creator: Andrews, Thomas S.
System: The Portal to Texas History