Patent Model Collection
Finding aid prepared by Andrew Lippert, Special Collections Processing Archivist.
Special Collections & University Archives
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University of California
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Descriptive Summary
Title: Patent Model Collection
Date (inclusive): 1850-1889
Collection Number: WRCA 110
Extent:
12 boxes
Repository:
Rivera Library. Special Collections Department.
Abstract: Models for late 19th Century patents.
Languages: English
.
Access
This collection is open for research.
Preferred Citation
[identification of item], [date if possible]. Patent Model Collection (WRCA 110). Water Resources Collections and Archives.
Special Collections & University Archives, University of California, Riverside.
Scope and Contents
This is a collection of models associated with patent filings from the later 19th century. Some of the models have printouts
with the related identifying information and/or tags with the patent number, title, and name of the individual that filed
for the patent.
Publication Rights
Copyright Unknown: Some materials in these collections may be protected by the U.S. Copyright Law (Title 17, U.S.C.). In addition, the reproduction,
and/or commercial use, of some materials may be restricted by gift or purchase agreements, donor restrictions, privacy and
publicity rights, licensing agreement(s), and/or trademark rights. Distribution or reproduction of materials protected by
copyright beyond that allowed by fair use requires the written permission of the copyright owners. To the extent other restrictions
apply, permission for distribution or reproduction from the applicable rights holder is also required. Responsibility for
obtaining permissions, and for any use rests exclusively with the user.
Patent Model B. Propelling Mechanisms for Boats
1875
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
Patent number 166,839 filed by William Ascough of Buffalo, N.Y.
Patent Model C. Feathering Paddle Wheel
1879
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
Patent number 225,999 filed by Thos. C. Pratt and Herman J. S. Lewis of Grafton, N.Y.
Patent Model D. Means for Utilizing Wave-Power for the Propulsion of Vessels
1874
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
Patent number 154,324 filed by Patrick Sarsfield Devlan of Newark, N.J.
Patent Model E. Screw-Propeller
1889
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
Patent number 411,802 filed by David Freed of Philadelphia, PA. Serial number 307,643.
Patent Model F. Wave Power for Propelling Vessels
1879
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
Patent number 212,847 filed by James B. Greene.
Patent Model G. Unidentified
1889
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
Model does not have an identifying tag with title, name, date, or patent number.
Patent Model H. Ship Anchor
1874
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
Patent number 152,175 filed by Charles A. Scanlan of Charleston, S.C.
Patent Model I. Unidentified
undated
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
Model does not have an identifying tag with title, name, date, or patent number. Model appears to be some type of ship steering
mechanism.
Patent Model J. Propeller (?)
undated
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
Model does not have an identifying tag with title, name, date, or patent number.
Patent Model K. Improved Opening and Closing Bucket for Paddle Wheels
1850
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
Patent number 7,585 filed by George Tingle.
Patent Model L. Propeller
undated
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
The tag attached to this model is deteriorated beyond identification. It looks like the name "Myers" can be read.
Patent Model M. Improvement in Ships or Vessels for Carrying Liquid Cargo
1869
Physical Description:
1 box
Scope and Contents
Patent number 97,787 filed by John W. Marshall, Gilman Joslin, and Nelson Curtis of Boston and Oliver Edwards, of Brookline,
Massachusetts.
