Combined Ruler and Blotter (open access)

Combined Ruler and Blotter

Patent for a ruler that can also be used as a blotter. Illustrations included.
Date: July 25, 1911
Creator: Muller, Frederick William, Jr.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Railroad Tie (open access)

Railroad Tie

Patent for a railroad tie. This invention is made of concrete and allows rails to be attached without the need of spikes. Illustration included.
Date: July 25, 1905
Creator: Percival, Herbert E. & Key, Brewer W.
System: The Portal to Texas History