Latest content added for The Portal to Texas History Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Departmenthttps://texashistory.unt.edu/explore/partners/UNTGD/browse/?fq=str_location_county:Comanche+County,+TX&fq=untl_collection:TXPT2020-07-01T08:02:25-05:00UNT LibrariesThis is a custom feed for browsing The Portal to Texas History Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents DepartmentBoll-Weevil Catcher2020-07-01T08:02:25-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1256769/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1256769/"><img alt="Boll-Weevil Catcher" title="Boll-Weevil Catcher" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1256769/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a machine for removing boll-weevils from growing cotton</p>Air-Brake for Automobiles2020-07-01T08:02:25-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1257192/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1257192/"><img alt="Air-Brake for Automobiles" title="Air-Brake for Automobiles" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1257192/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for air-brakes in automobiles. It is a system that replaces fluid braking systems with an air-based braking system.</p>Boll-Weevil Catcher2020-07-01T08:02:25-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1257246/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1257246/"><img alt="Boll-Weevil Catcher" title="Boll-Weevil Catcher" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1257246/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a Boll-Weevil Catcher. This inventions allows for an attachment to cultivators to catch weevils existing on growing cotton plants. The weevils are extracted, captured in a pan, and can be disposed of. This is an important tool that catches and destroys insects without damaging the plants.</p>Peanut-Harvester.2020-07-01T08:02:25-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1259579/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1259579/"><img alt="Peanut-Harvester." title="Peanut-Harvester." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1259579/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for improvements in peanut harvester machines with illustrations. The improvement is specific to "improved organiz[ation]" (line 10) and to "simplify and improve the construction" (line 18) of the harvester.</p>Folding Crate.2017-06-23T11:08:18-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859042/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859042/"><img alt="Folding Crate." title="Folding Crate." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859042/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a crate that may be sealed both when erected and when folded by a common fastening member.</p>Buggy-Shafts2017-06-23T11:08:18-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth858041/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth858041/"><img alt="Buggy-Shafts" title="Buggy-Shafts" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth858041/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent "is to provide a construction whereby the shafts and cross beam which connect the same may be held against relative movement" (lines 10-13).</p>Two-Row Planter2017-06-23T11:08:18-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth860091/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth860091/"><img alt="Two-Row Planter" title="Two-Row Planter" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth860091/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a two-row planter, which includes two planting mechanisms. The planters are adjustable, "so that the distance between rows for seed planted can be regulated."</p>Knee-Protector2017-06-23T11:08:18-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth858977/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth858977/"><img alt="Knee-Protector" title="Knee-Protector" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth858977/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a knee protector "adapted to be worn by cotton pickers, miners, and other workmen who are required to walk or labor while resting on the knees. The present invention contemplates the provision of a knee protector of unique construction...the present device while applied to the knee, permitting the wearer to walk conveniently either while standing or kneeling."</p>Washing-Machine.2017-06-23T11:08:18-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859765/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859765/"><img alt="Washing-Machine." title="Washing-Machine." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859765/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a washing machine that combines parts, such as washing rollers, toothed wheels and segments, in an effective manner.</p>Winch Attachment for Automobiles.2017-06-23T11:08:18-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859927/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859927/"><img alt="Winch Attachment for Automobiles." title="Winch Attachment for Automobiles." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859927/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for new winch attachment for automobiles "that may be quickly mounted upon ore or both of the rear wheels of an automobile, for the purpose of pulling the vehicle out of a mud hole or ditch." (lines 12-15)</p>Trap2017-06-23T11:08:18-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859801/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859801/"><img alt="Trap" title="Trap" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth859801/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for Trap</p>Automatic Plow-Foot.2017-06-16T14:47:33-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth854078/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth854078/"><img alt="Automatic Plow-Foot." title="Automatic Plow-Foot." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth854078/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for an improved plow foot that allows for the easy installation or removal of the plow foot, secured connection of the plow foot, and improved regulation of the angle of the plow foot.</p>Baling-Press2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514131/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514131/"><img alt="Baling-Press" title="Baling-Press" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514131/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a baling press that uses the minimum amount of power to accomplish the baling process.</p>Combined Buggy-Top and Rein and Robe Holder.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508297/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508297/"><img alt="Combined Buggy-Top and Rein and Robe Holder." title="Combined Buggy-Top and Rein and Robe Holder." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508297/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a combined buggy top shock buffer and rein and lap robe holder.</p>Churn-Cover.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508302/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508302/"><img alt="Churn-Cover." title="Churn-Cover." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508302/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for an improvement in churn covers "which will embody a closed dead-air space above the body of the churn, a guide-tube for the dasher-rod, and the special construction at the outer edge of the base of the cover by which to provide a channel to fit upon the upper edge of the churn-body" (lines 10-15).</p>Compound Implement.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508515/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508515/"><img alt="Compound Implement." title="Compound Implement." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508515/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a compound tool for building and repairing fences, which combines a post hole digger and a wire stretcher.</p>Combined Cotton Chopper And Cultivator2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510916/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510916/"><img alt="Combined Cotton Chopper And Cultivator" title="Combined Cotton Chopper And Cultivator" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510916/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a combined cotton chopper and a cultivator.This invention allows for the raising and lowering the cultivator teeth. Illustration included.</p>Design for Cam Wheel.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508226/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508226/"><img alt="Design for Cam Wheel." title="Design for Cam Wheel." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508226/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for A Cam-Wheel that has opposite reversely disposed duplicate lobes of segmental form.</p>Combined Post-Hole Digger and Wire-Stretcher.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512086/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512086/"><img alt="Combined Post-Hole Digger and Wire-Stretcher." title="Combined Post-Hole Digger and Wire-Stretcher." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512086/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a post-hole digger with a wire stretcher attached to it.</p>Buggy-Top Support2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512454/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512454/"><img alt="Buggy-Top Support" title="Buggy-Top Support" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512454/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a supporting mechanism for the top of a buggy or vehicle while it is being lowered or traversing rough terrain. Illustrations included.</p>Cultivator-Shovel2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512334/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512334/"><img alt="Cultivator-Shovel" title="Cultivator-Shovel" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512334/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a shovel that is designed for scrapping and opening furrows. The angle of the shovel blade can be easily adjusted to the correct angle as to make the correct size furrow row in the field.</p>Condiment-Holder.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510121/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510121/"><img alt="Condiment-Holder." title="Condiment-Holder." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510121/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a salt shaker which has a rod going into the jar, which will agitate the salt to keep it from clogging.</p>Plow2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth509917/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth509917/"><img alt="Plow" title="Plow" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth509917/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a plow. Illustration included.</p>Cotton and Corn Chopper.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513240/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513240/"><img alt="Cotton and Corn Chopper." title="Cotton and Corn Chopper." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513240/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for an "attachment to a cultivator to chop or thin corn, cotton, and other drilled plants at the same time it is being plowed and without interfering in the work of the cultivator" (lines 14-18).</p>Coverer For Planters2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513405/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513405/"><img alt="Coverer For Planters" title="Coverer For Planters" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513405/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a coverer for planters. Illustrations included.</p>Animal-Trap.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth515088/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth515088/"><img alt="Animal-Trap." title="Animal-Trap." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth515088/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for an improved animal trap, primarily intended for catching wolves, that is adjustable and economical to construct.</p>Wire Stretcher and Tightener.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514313/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514313/"><img alt="Wire Stretcher and Tightener." title="Wire Stretcher and Tightener." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514313/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for "a simple, cheap, and effective construction of implement, whereby the operation of stretching and tightening a wire may be conveniently and expeditiously performed, and to adapt the device for use also as a wire-cutter" (lines 16-20).</p>Wrench.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514562/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514562/"><img alt="Wrench." title="Wrench." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514562/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a wrench that is adjustable to different size nuts and has a reciprocating screw member.</p>Wire Tightener.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508730/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508730/"><img alt="Wire Tightener." title="Wire Tightener." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508730/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for wire tightening improvement.</p>Wire - Fence Machine.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513082/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513082/"><img alt="Wire - Fence Machine." title="Wire - Fence Machine." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513082/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a new and useful wire-fence machine. This design is to "provide a simple, compact, light, and comparatively inexpensive machine adapted to be transported with facility to enable a single operator to readily distribute" (line 10 - 13).</p>Windmill Attachment2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508331/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508331/"><img alt="Windmill Attachment" title="Windmill Attachment" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508331/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a windmill attachment that allows the windmill to be operated either by wind or hand power without needing to disconnect the sucker rod from the windmill.</p>Wagon or Vehicle Tongue Support.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth509395/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth509395/"><img alt="Wagon or Vehicle Tongue Support." title="Wagon or Vehicle Tongue Support." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth509395/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for the improvement of vehicle support through the use of these supports for easier transportation.</p>Line-Holder.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510188/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510188/"><img alt="Line-Holder." title="Line-Holder." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510188/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a line holder for holding reins, while driving a vehicle.</p>Vehicle Top Support2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511677/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511677/"><img alt="Vehicle Top Support" title="Vehicle Top Support" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511677/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a vehicle top support. Illustration included.</p>Vehicle Brake2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512185/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512185/"><img alt="Vehicle Brake" title="Vehicle Brake" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512185/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a vehicle brake. This invention uses brake shoes. Illustration included.</p>Stalk-Cutter2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511784/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511784/"><img alt="Stalk-Cutter" title="Stalk-Cutter" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511784/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for invention that "relates to improvements in 'stalk-cutters,' and pertains to a machine which is adapted to cut three rows of stalks at one operation and is provided with simple means for laterally extending the side cutters to permit the adjustment of the machine to cut rows of different widths" (lines 8-14). Illustrations are included.</p>Stalk-Cutter2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513822/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513822/"><img alt="Stalk-Cutter" title="Stalk-Cutter" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513822/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a stalk-cutter for chopping cotton, corn stalks, or any other specific growth.</p>Plow.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508220/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508220/"><img alt="Plow." title="Plow." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth508220/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for improvements in plow in which the plow can perform a variety of purposes and to obviate the necessity of employing more than one plow for accomplishing the same. The plow can be adjusted to run either on shallow or deep ground. Illustration is included.</p>Post2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510811/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510811/"><img alt="Post" title="Post" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth510811/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a fence post for fastening wires. Illustrations included.</p>Pan or Lid Lifter.2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514211/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514211/"><img alt="Pan or Lid Lifter." title="Pan or Lid Lifter." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514211/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a new and useful pan or lid lifter, including instructions and illustrations.</p>Plow and Cultivator2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512628/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512628/"><img alt="Plow and Cultivator" title="Plow and Cultivator" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth512628/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for plow and cultivator.</p>Safety Car Step or Running-Board2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514134/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514134/"><img alt="Safety Car Step or Running-Board" title="Safety Car Step or Running-Board" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514134/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a safety car step or running-board for freight cars. Illustration included.</p>Seed Planter2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511015/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511015/"><img alt="Seed Planter" title="Seed Planter" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511015/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a seed planter for use with planting corn and cotton. Illustration included.</p>Side Harrow for Cultivators2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511382/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511382/"><img alt="Side Harrow for Cultivators" title="Side Harrow for Cultivators" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511382/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a harrow that can be adapted to the side of a cultivator. Illustrations included.</p>Road-Repairing Machine2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511509/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511509/"><img alt="Road-Repairing Machine" title="Road-Repairing Machine" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth511509/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a road repairing machine which repairs roads by leveling them. Illustrations included.</p>Seed-Planter2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514942/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514942/"><img alt="Seed-Planter" title="Seed-Planter" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514942/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a seed planter operated by an axle. Illustrations included.</p>Rail Joint2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513109/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513109/"><img alt="Rail Joint" title="Rail Joint" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth513109/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a rail joint. Illustration included.</p>Oil Burner2014-10-16T06:42:47-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514698/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514698/"><img alt="Oil Burner" title="Oil Burner" src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth514698/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for an oil burner for stoves and furnaces</p>Cloth Bucket or Vessel.2011-08-04T17:55:08-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth174188/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth174188/"><img alt="Cloth Bucket or Vessel." title="Cloth Bucket or Vessel." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth174188/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for a cloth bucket or vessel to place milk or water in to keep it cool when ice is not available. One places the bucket in the shade and the air circulates freely through the bucket. The bucket is thick enough that it will not drip, but is breathable to allow aeration and evaporation.</p>Combined Barrel Truck and Support.2011-08-04T17:55:08-05:00https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth174520/<p><a href="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth174520/"><img alt="Combined Barrel Truck and Support." title="Combined Barrel Truck and Support." src="https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth174520/small/"/></a></p><p>Patent for "a combination of devices for hoisting and hauling and supporting barrels and other receptacles for use in stores and other places" (lines 8-11).</p>