Switching Device (open access)

Switching Device

Patent for switching devices. This invention is for electrically operated switch tongue throwing mechanisms and is for use in switching cars from one track to another. illustrations included.
Date: February 5, 1907
Creator: Makley, John N.; Manett, Edward F. & Dannelly, Frank M.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Nose-Bag for Feeding Horses and Other Animals. (open access)

Nose-Bag for Feeding Horses and Other Animals.

Patent for a nose-bag for horse feed that allows the feed to stay near the horses mouth despite changes in the weight of the feed. It also allows for easier filling of the bag.
Date: February 5, 1907
Creator: Hodge, Alfred Lucas
System: The Portal to Texas History
Plumb Rule And Level (open access)

Plumb Rule And Level

Patent for a plumb rule and level. Illustration included.
Date: February 5, 1907
Creator: Downs, Wayne
System: The Portal to Texas History