Patent for the usefulness of baling press.

Patent for a combination tool. Illustration included.

Patent for improving the baling press in which a rectangular bale of hay is formed. Compared to the traditional press the lever movement is circular and continuous.

Text describes the Waco area lying in McLennan and Bosque Counties in Texas. Included are location and boundaries of the area, history of settlement and agricultural development, climate, physiography and geology, soils, agricultural methods, and agricultural conditions.

Map displays soil types along with creeks, rivers, rock outcrops, towns, roads, and railroads. Includes legend and soil profiles.

Photograph of the class of 1907 for the second room of the Waco 4th district school. Numerous children of mixed gender sit criss-cross in four rows on the steps of the school. An older female sits on the top row, second from left, with a tie.

Certificate from The Council of the Order of High Priesthood of the State of Texas to Sam Myres, consecrating him as a high priest of the Order of Melchizedec. The certificate is a faded yellow with an intricate black border; there is an orange stamp in the bottom left.

Postcard of a woman wearing a large hat with a veil, posing for the photographer. She wears a voluminous light-colored shirt tucked into a belted skirt. The postcard is addressed to Mrs. Sam Weil. Partially illegible text on the front of the card reads: "Larrie, How is this for a cartoon come 'up'"

Postcard from Rose and Mayme Collins to their father Michael Collins in Waco, Texas. The note on the card says that the sisters are "going to Denver tomorrow," while the photograph shows them sitting atop horses while wearing dresses and large hats.

Portrait of Berl Von Blon, a young woman with dark hair wearing a dress with large bows in her hair. Berl was born Jan. 28, 1890 and died Jan. 19, 1983. She is buried in Rosemound Cemetery in Waco.

Postcard from Mamie Collins to Mrs. Cleve Scott with a tinted photograph of Main Hall at Baylor University in Waco, Texas; there are groups of people standing underneath the large trees. The note on the reverse side of the card reads: "How is everybody up there, go see Rose often. It sure is hot here today."

Topographic map of a portion of Texas from the United States Geological Survey (USGS) project. The map includes towns, historic or notable sites, bodies of water, and other geologic features. Scale 1:125000

Topographic map of a portion of Texas from the United States Geological Survey (USGS) project. The map includes towns, historic or notable sites, bodies of water, and other geologic features. Scale 1:125000

Photograph of the home of William A. Eichelberger on North 13th Street in Waco, Texas. Within the image the house is light colored with dark colored trim. Small bushes circle the front porch area. A screen door is visible as the entrance of the house. The photograph was purchased at the Eichelberger - Harrison estate sale in Waco, Texas.

Postcard of the young ladies boarding hall at Baylor University. Handwritten text is on the front underneath the picture by Walter C. Francis. The postcard is addressed to Miss Katharene Cavitt from Wheellock, Texas.

Postcard of a Christmas scene. A church and pine tree are covered in thick snow. On the visible tree limb there are two birds and pine cones. Text on the front reads "Christmas Greetings and good wishes". The postcard is addressed to Master William Baine.

Postcard image of the Carroll Science Hall at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. Various students are pictured to be walking on the outside lawn of the building. Behind the building a landscape of trees and the sky is pictured. Handwritten text on the back addresses the postcard to Mrs. W. H. Phillips.

Postcard of a woman standing with baskets full of cotton in a cotton field. Handwritten text on the card reads: " I made a mistake in names, it should have been E[. . .] instead of Grost. Thus I will reach you before you write them. B[. . .] see what made me make such a mistake L[. . .] May." The card is addressed to Mrs. M. Linus H[. . .]" of Oakland, California.

Photograph of the interior of the Citizens National Bank in Waco, Texas. The cashier's counter at right is decorated with corn and cotton representations. A man peers out of the cashier window, while two more pose in the back of the room.

Patent for a well-drilling machine that is simple, compact and effective with general improvements over other models.

Patent for a touch regulating attachment for pianos. This invention contributes to the elasticity and responsiveness of the pianos action. Illustration included.

Patent for gin saw cleaner. This invention operates on the cotton bulbs when they are damp and cling to the saw blade. Illustrations included.

Patent for an improved wooden stock for firearms which combines maximum lightness and strength, may be produced at reduced cost, and is adapted for convenient and advantageous manipulation for defensive purposes.

Patent for a thill coupling. Illustration included.