Means for Operating Churns.
Date: July 14, 1891
Creator: Conner, Laurance H.
Description: Patent for improvement in operation of churns by using a spring-bar to press the flanged wheel against the driving-wheel to cause the dasher-shaft to revolve, thus the cream will be churned quickly. Illustration is included.
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Washing-Machine.
Date: April 7, 1891
Creator: Polk, Kindrick Ford
Description: Patent for improvements in washing-machines by using a combination of adjustable stationary rubbing-board and a rotary rubbing-cylinder to regulate the pressure on the clothes and at the same time, clothes can be cleaned without injury to them. Illustration is included.
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