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Silo.
Patent for a silo that is formed of sections that can be assembled, disassembled, and moved as needed. The silo is also designed to be double-walled, with a layer of waterproofing material between the walls.
Date:
December 19, 1914
Creator:
Coons, Oscar A.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Adjustable Cultivator-Plow Standard.
Patent for an adjustable cultivator plow that is designed to be strong and durable as well as efficient and simple.
Date:
December 15, 1914
Creator:
Wright, James B.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Drill-Collar.
Patent for improved drill collar for "connecting a drill shank to the pipe" (lines 11-12).
Date:
December 15, 1914
Creator:
Means, Able C.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Engine
Patent for "new and useful improvements in engines" (lines 5&6). "This invention relates to engines and more particularly to twin engines of the hydrocarbon or internal combustion type" (lines 8-10).
Date:
December 15, 1914
Creator:
Moore, William W.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Fuel-Supply System and Starter for Explosive-Engines.
Patent for "improvements in the fuel supply system for explosive engines." (Lines 9-10). Improvements include, utilization of the heat of exhaust gases to vaporize liquid fuel, so that the carburetor and other devices are not necessary.
Date:
December 15, 1914
Creator:
Lowry, Benjamin F.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Garment.
Patent for improvements for garments similar to trousers and overalls. Improvements include provision of fastenings that allow for the adjustment of the waistband.
Date:
December 15, 1914
Creator:
Mathias, Albert
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Improvement in Harrows.
Patent for a new and improved harrow for more flexible use and easier cleaning.
Date:
December 15, 1914
Creator:
Buckley, James William
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Lubricator
Patent for "lubricators adapted to be used in journal boxes of card, in shaft bearings, and at any other point...to provide a lubricator which will adjust itself automatically to the member to be lubricated and which includes wiping means for removing surplus" (lines 7-10 & 15-18).
Date:
December 15, 1914
Creator:
Maness, William C.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Motor-Vehicle.
Patent for a motorcycle with a rigid and cushioned frame.
Date:
December 15, 1914
Creator:
White, Edward Young
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Single Well Cylinder
Patent for a single well cylinder pump intended to provide more efficient use in a deep well. This cylinder is distinct for its incorporation of a "inwardly opening valve controlling the passage of fluid into an inner cylinder" (p.2, lines 34-37)
Date:
December 15, 1914
Creator:
Ligon, Arthur Lee
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Differential Mechanism for Automobiles
Patent for improvements for differential mechanisms for automobiles, including a "means for transmitting power from the motor to the traction wheels of the machine".
Date:
October 19, 1915
Creator:
Maniscalco, Anthony S.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Adding Machine.
Patent for a new and improved adding machine using rotating discs.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Druschke, Julius C.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Apparatus For Forming And Vulcanizing Rubberized Fabric And Rubber Tires.
Patent for an apparatus for "forming and vulcanizing rubberized fabric and rubber tires for use on vehicle and other wheels &c., &c.” (lines 13-16) including instructions and illustrations.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Dees, Mark A.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Bank Pass-Book.
Patent for an improved Bank Pass-Book that shows the identification of the individual written on the inside and outside of the book.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Exline, Marcus P.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Cotton-Picker's Receptacle.
Patent for a cotton picker's receptacle that enables the user to save time picking cotton. This invention is secured on the wrist of the cotton picker and serves as a receptacle for several handfuls of cotton, which are placed in said receptacle in one slight motion.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Easley, Dennis J.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Cycle-Frame.
Patent for a bicycle frame meant to cushion the rider from impact by stabilizing the vehicle's frame.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
White, Edward Young
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Envelop.
Patent for an improved safety envelope for use in mail order business where coins and money are transmitted.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Utt, Allen
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Grading-Machine.
Patent for a grading machine, this particular patent is designed for the use in building roads.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Blevins, Samuel W.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Pistol-holster
Patent for a pistol holster that is "adapted particularly for use in a hip pocket." It is an improved version of the inventor's patent from 1908.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Gaskill, Charles E.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Plow
Patent for a plow that is convertible into different types (turning plow). The plow is distinct for its moldboards, carrying handle and runner.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Cowan, Robert J.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Purification of Gases.
Patent for the purification of gases. The object purifies gases by transporting them through an electric discharge to convert sulfur into other forms of gas.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Hall, Elmon L.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Railroad-Trestle.
Patent for improvements to current railroad trestles, in particular the truss work and supported structure. Improvements include ease of build and repair and a more practice and substantial design.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Teters, Paul Albert
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Sanitary Closet.
Patent for a sanitary closet or a dry closet with the aim of providing the locals without sewage and plumbing an odorless and sanitary restroom facility, including illustrations.
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Boothe, William W.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Switch-Stand.
Patent for switch stands improvement with the inclusion of a signal to notify the user when the switch operating mechanism is on (danger) or off (safety).
Date:
December 8, 1914
Creator:
Philips, Smith F.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History