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Cotton-Chopper (open access)

Cotton-Chopper

Patent for a cotton-chopper with two moveable, adjustable cutting apparatuses, which is operated using the foot. One of the cutters moves along the path of travel of the device and the other is stationary, as to prevent the chopper from pulling the cotton plant from the ground while cutting. Patent includes illustrations.
Date: October 5, 1920
Creator: Dawson, William L.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Swivel for Rotary Drills (open access)

Swivel for Rotary Drills

Patent for a swivel for rotary drills used for wells of oil, water, and gas. This swivel ensures no substances, such as sand, get into the parts of the drill that move.
Date: October 5, 1920
Creator: Humason, Granville A.
System: The Portal to Texas History