Improvement in Fence-Building Machines. (open access)

Improvement in Fence-Building Machines.

Patent for "a portable machine comprising a pile-driving apparatus, with a portable attachment for making the holes and driving in the posts; also, a boring attachment for deep holes, and also wire-drums for carrying and delivering wires for the wire fence or telegraph wires." (Lines 6-12) Includes instructions and illustrations.
Date: May 16, 1876
Creator: Tally, Thomas J.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Improvements In Ironing-Machines (open access)

Improvements In Ironing-Machines

Patent for new and useful improvements in the ironing machine. Machine has carrying case that is mounted on wheels and allows the iron to move over garments as it straightens out wrinkles.
Date: May 4, 1875
Creator: Perrenot, George F
System: The Portal to Texas History