Churn. (open access)

Churn.

Patent for a mixing machine designed for churns, but can also be used in ice cream freezers. It works by producing a partial vacuum, forcing the liquid to go from the bottom to the top of the vessel. Blades force the liquid to go against "the centrifugal action" (line 21) and towards the center of the vessel.
Date: April 27, 1897
Creator: Norcross, George A.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Fare-Box. (open access)

Fare-Box.

Patent for a fare-box for cars and other vehicles that allows the driver or conductor to set the fare and which registers the amount paid. Includes instructions and illustrations.
Date: April 20, 1897
Creator: Katzenberger, Oscar
System: The Portal to Texas History
Tire-Tightener. (open access)

Tire-Tightener.

Patent for an adjustable tire tightener. Includes instructions and illustrations.
Date: April 13, 1897
Creator: Taylor, William Buford.
System: The Portal to Texas History