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Automatic Fire and Burglar Alarm. (open access)

Automatic Fire and Burglar Alarm.

Patent for automatic fire and burglar alarm. A cord extends from the casing of the alarm mechanism to a window. The alarm is triggered either by weight of a window opening or the cord is burned by fire.
Date: March 5, 1918
Creator: Mann, Oscar O. & Whitley, William H.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Window Sash Construction. (open access)

Window Sash Construction.

Patent for a new type of window sash construction. Older sashes use putty to hold the window glass in to the frame. This sash uses metal and wood to hold the glass in making for a better seal and greater insulation.
Date: March 10, 1914
Creator: Harris, John I.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Cover for Syrup-Pitchers (open access)

Cover for Syrup-Pitchers

Patent for a cream and syrup dispenser. The cap has a spring so that after use the pitchers orifice will be completely sealed.
Date: March 9, 1915
Creator: Judia, George H. & Huey, B. S.
System: The Portal to Texas History