Postal Cards Or Packets Patents (Class 229/92.8)
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Patent number: 6701654Abstract: A personalized picture postcard for holding inserted photographs includes a backing sheet of a rectangular shape that has an exposed lower surface provided with printed indicia indicating the location of a mailing address and a position for writing a message to the recipient, a rectangular transparent window sheet adhesively bonded to an upper surface of the backing sheet along three aligned side edges to define an envelope therebetween that is open on one end. The backing sheet has a strip of pressure-sensitive adhesive extending along the remaining edge i.e., the free edge thereof. A removable cover strip or liner is releasably secured over the pressure-sensitive adhesive strip to define an open end into which a photo can be inserted by the user. A rectangular border is bonded to the postcard for framing the inserted photo. The border is aligned with the side and end edges of the postcard over the adhesive so as to obscure the adhesive and thus provide an attractive appearance.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2001Date of Patent: March 9, 2004Assignee: Sunshine Girl Creations Inc.Inventors: Jon D. Rappaport, Michael Gregory
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Patent number: 6694657Abstract: A picture frame includes a picture holder for mounting a picture or photograph on the holder and two folding members hingedly formed on opposite sides of the holder; whereby upon backward folding of the two folding members, the picture frame will be supported and erected for displaying the picture; and upon a forward folding of the two folding members to cover the picture frame, it may serve as a “postal card” ready for postal mailing.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2002Date of Patent: February 24, 2004Inventor: Chung-Piao Tsao
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Publication number: 20040026489Abstract: A printable sheet including one or more envelope assemblies formed thereon, each having a central body panel, an end flap, a pair of opposing top and bottom panels, a business card removably attached and incorporated into the bottom panel, and a retaining flap. The sheet is capable of being placed in a printer to have images and/or indicia printed on the envelope assemblies. Each envelope assembly is capable can be removed from the printable sheet and folded along weakened lines, and adhered to itself to form a secure sleeve or envelope for holding various items. Each envelope has a retaining flap on the open end that can be tucked into the envelope after insertion of its contents in order to retain the contents, which could either be used or removed if desired. The envelope could be designed to readily hold business card compact discs. The business card can be subsequently separated by the user from the formed envelope.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2003Publication date: February 12, 2004Inventors: Jerry G. Hodsdon, Heather Gareis, Daisy S. Taw
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Patent number: 6684980Abstract: The specification and drawings describe and show a package and delivery system method and display to be used in a retail business environment where customers choose to purchase an item represented by a displayed example. The delivery is handled through a central facility and a post card is used by the purchaser to notify the recipient of the impending receipt of the purchased item. The invention allows for a retailer to operate in essentially an inventory free environment. Graphic designs included on the postcard may be limited edition prints. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope of meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.72(b).Type: GrantFiled: January 2, 2002Date of Patent: February 3, 2004Assignee: KHSH Enterprises, LLCInventor: C. Stuart Hungerford, III
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Patent number: 6682624Abstract: An informational card is disclosed incorporating a plurality of separable, functional articles that are removable from such card and capable of being applied to a separate article or articles, either independently of, or in conjunction with each other. The removable articles, such as a patch, embroidered emblem, heat transfer or the like, may be removed from the card and adhesively or heat applied to a separate article, with indicia that bears some relation to the information conveyed on the card. One of the removable articles has a cutout to accommodate the placement of a first removable article during the conjunctive application of a series of removable articles to an article separate and distinct from the informational card.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2002Date of Patent: January 27, 2004Inventor: David G. Schlier
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Patent number: 6672623Abstract: An official postal product, and a method and apparatus for making the official postal product. The official postal product includes a first image area having an official postal indicia a second image area having a personal image. A protective coating is placed over the second image area such that official cancellation mark placed over the second area will not permanently adhere to the personal image.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 2001Date of Patent: January 6, 2004Assignee: Eastman Kodak CompanyInventors: David L. Patton, Frank Pincelli, H. Mark Delman
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Patent number: 6672624Abstract: A mailing form constructed of a single ply of substrate material which is configured such that it can be folded to form a financial document, such as an accounts payable or payroll check and check voucher, and wherein the ply is further folded to form an outgoing mailer envelope in which the financial document is enclosed for mailing to a recipient.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2000Date of Patent: January 6, 2004Assignee: Laser Substrates, Inc.Inventor: Warren M. Fabel
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Publication number: 20030222128Abstract: Disclosed is a picture postcard mailer for mailing and framing photographs and the like. The mailer includes a frame portion defining an aperture therethrough and further defining a cross-sectional pocket therein. The cross-sectional pocket is dimensioned and configured to retain an image within it such that the image is visible through the aperture. A stand portion is connected to the frame portion and is movable between a retracted position and an extended position. A detachable writing surface is attached to a peripheral edge of the frame portion. Means for maintaining the stand portion in the extended position are provided so that the postcard mailer can be displayed when received.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 28, 2003Publication date: December 4, 2003Inventors: Catherine Parks Snider, Kimberly J. Evans
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Publication number: 20030208936Abstract: A method for manufacturing cards and envelops decorated with embroidered fabrics is provided. Various kinds of drawings are embroidered on a fabric with threads of different colors. Firstly, a paper is cut into the shape of this invention. The first sheet of card stock is folded into four portions. A part of the first portion of the card stock, the frame, is cut out of various shapes such as heart, square, and star. The embroidered fabric is cut into a certain size and adhered to the rear side of the frame, on which peel off glue is attached, without applying any heat or pressure. The front side of the paper frame is decorated with, including but not limited to, various kinds of paintings, pictures, phrases and emblems. The card of this invention may be used as, including but not limited to, a season's greeting card, a congratulatory card, a business card, an invitatory card, a post card, and an envelop for previously recommended cards.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 9, 2002Publication date: November 13, 2003Inventor: Charles Hee Lee
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Patent number: 6644697Abstract: The invention is an integrated shopping list and coupon folder, formed from a single shopping list sheet. Major food and non-food category listings are provided on the shopping list sheet, as well as blank lines for listing individual items, sizes, brands, and the like. Coupon reminders are also located proximate to each blank line. A bottom tacky strip is located across the bottom edge of the shopping list sheet, and two side tacky strips are located at opposing side edges of shopping list sheet. To convert the shopping list sheet into an integrated shopping list and coupon folder, the completed shopping list sheet is peeled from a pad of such sheets and folded along a central fold line, such that the bottom tacky strip seals against itself and the side tacky strips seal against each other. The integrated shopping list and coupon folder is thus formed.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2002Date of Patent: November 11, 2003Inventor: Adriane Maria Schinella
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Patent number: 6615516Abstract: A mailer for transmission from a sender to a recipient includes a front sheet having a perimeter and inner and outer opposed faces. The outer face of the front sheet is adapter to receive the address of the recipient. The front sheet is disposed in a first plane. The mailer includes a back sheet having a perimeter and inner and outer opposed faces. The back sheet is disposed in a second plane, which is spaced apart from and parallel to the first plane. A graphic display is disposed between the front sheet and the back sheet and adjacent to the inner face of the front sheet and adjacent to the inner face of the back sheet. The graphic display is disposed in a third plane parallel to the first and second planes. The graphic display includes projections extending within the third plane and outside the perimeter of the front sheet and outside the perimeter of the back sheet. The graphic display includes a plurality of irregularly shaped interlocking components.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2002Date of Patent: September 9, 2003Assignee: MediaGarden, Inc.Inventors: Mark Houston, Leslie D. McDaniel, Bruce Neil
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Publication number: 20030150902Abstract: A postcard for carrying a disk medium, such as a compact disk or digital video disk, through the mails. In one embodiment, the postcard includes a card substrate, formed from card stock, which contains, on its front side, an area for an image or message, and a means for attaching a disk medium. The means for attaching a disk medium is preferably a clear plastic pocket. The back side of the card substrate includes an area for information written by the sender, such as a message and postal information of the recipient. In another embodiment, the postcard also includes a filler card, placed next to the back side of card substrate, and a transparent plastic film encloses the card substrate, means for attaching a disk medium, and filler card. In this embodiment, the area for postal information and a message is a label applied adhesively to the back side of the postcard over the plastic film.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2002Publication date: August 14, 2003Inventors: Susan Marie Huff, Scott Dale Huff
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Patent number: 6578757Abstract: A photo mailer and frame combination having a single blank or sheet with fold or score lines permitting portions of the blank or sheet to be folded over and secured to provide a photo enclosing pocket to be used as a postal mailer and a cover portion carrying indicia for inside message information and outside mailing information. The cover and pocket portions being adapted to convert the mailer upon receipt by the addressee into a frame for display of the photo. A display window is provided for photo viewing when converted to a frame and support structure is included for supporting the mailer when converted into a photo frame or holder.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2002Date of Patent: June 17, 2003Inventors: John R. Espenshied, Jeffrey S. Marks
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Patent number: 6550617Abstract: A card and gift delivery system that provides the user a vehicle for gift delivery. A card and gift delivery system is comprised of a card, a gift receptacle, and a predetermined theme. The gift receptacle provides for receiving a gift item. The gift receptacle has a first surface bearing a graphical image corresponding to the predetermined theme. The card includes text that corresponds to a predetermined theme, and has at least one surface. The predetermined theme may include Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, or any special holiday or particular occasion.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2001Date of Patent: April 22, 2003Inventor: Julia Elva
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Publication number: 20030024970Abstract: There is provided a container useful to hold a document such as a photograph for transport such as mailing. The container comprises a first panel, a second panel and securing means. The first panel has a peripheral edge and includes a document securing face. The second panel is hingedly secured to the peripheral edge of said first panel. The first and second panels are moveable between an open position wherein the document securing face is spaced apart from said second panel such that in operation a document secured thereto would be visible, and a closed position wherein the document securing face is substantially covered by said second panel such that in operation a document secured thereto would not be visible and would be secured between said panels. The securing means is adapted to releasably secure said first and second panels in the closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2002Publication date: February 6, 2003Inventor: George Lonergan
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Patent number: 6499654Abstract: The present invention includes a postcard for carrying a disk medium, such as a compact disk or digital video disk, through the mails. In a preferred embodiment, the postcard includes a first sheet, which contains, on its front side, an area for an image or message, and a means for attaching a disk medium. The means for attaching a disk medium is preferably a clear plastic pocket. The postcard includes a filler card and optionally an insert sheet, which are placed next to the first sheet. The postcard is covered by a transparent plastic layer preferably applied by a shrink wrap process enclosing the first sheet, filler card, and insert, if any. The area for providing postal information is preferably a paper label applied adhesively to the back side of the postcard over the transparent plastic layer.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2001Date of Patent: December 31, 2002Assignee: The Scene ProductionInventors: Susan Marie Huff, Scott Dale Huff
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Patent number: 6493970Abstract: A social expression card with a detachable gift portion includes a first panel and a second panel connected by a fold line to the first panel. The second panel is foldable over said first panel to form a card. A third panel, which includes a detachable gift portion, is connected by a fold line to the second panel. The third panel is foldable over the second panel to a position in which the detachable portion is hidden between the first and second panels when the second panel is folded over the first panel. The detachable portion includes gift indicia. Examples of gift indicia include gift certificates, photographic images, and the like.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2000Date of Patent: December 17, 2002Assignee: Hallmark Cards, IncorporatedInventors: Mary K. McCarthy, Vickie Portwood Kruger, David A. Reynolds, Shere Lynne Anderson
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Patent number: 6491160Abstract: A tri-fold protective mailer for a stress-sensitive article. The protective mailer comprises a three-section, substantially-rectangular panel having a pocket on one outermost section for securing the stress-sensitive article. When the mailer is folded, the article is captured between the overlapping sections of the panel such that the stress-sensitive article is inaccessible from the exterior of the mailer. The pocket is positioned and configured such that the mailer can be handled by automated handling equipment without a significant risk of damage to the stress-sensitive article.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2001Date of Patent: December 10, 2002Assignee: Butler Business Services, Inc.Inventors: Todd N. Butler, Bryan W. Horn
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Patent number: 6481125Abstract: A combination postcard and peel-off sticker, wherein the postcard has a writing surface on one side thereof at which messages can be written to the addressee. An ornamental sheet on which a design, indicia or illustration is printed is adhesively bonded to the front of the postcard. A peel-off label is removably attached to and carried by the ornamental sheet at a clear film area thereof. The peel-off label includes a design, indicia or illustration which may be part of or independent from the design, indicia or illustration of the ornamental sheet. The sticker is peeled off the clear film area of the ornamental sheet and then attached to any suitable surface (e.g. a notebook) in order to capture and make visually accessible the emotions, expression and individuality of the sender as represented by the particular design, indicia or illustration that appears on the sticker.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2001Date of Patent: November 19, 2002Inventor: Lawrence N. Pokrasoff
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Publication number: 20020157983Abstract: A cosmetic sampler package for a fluid product sample complies with postal regulations for subscription rate insertion in literature to be distributed through the U.S. Postal Service, and also provides a sampler unit having a transparent or translucent moisture vapor barrier layer substantially equivalent to that of a foil film. The product sampler is formed by sealing together top and bottom composite laminates to form a pouch for containing the product sample, and includes a window for viewing the product. The pouch shape includes a nozzle tip for controllably dispensing the product, and a perforated strip is cut across the nozzle so that the sampler can be easily opened. The sampler is affixed to a carrier card for insertion into a periodical, brochure or other literature. To protect the carrier card and the product, a sampling surface is provided on the carrier card under the nozzle so that the fluid product expelled from the opened pouch flows onto the sampling surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2002Publication date: October 31, 2002Inventors: Rudolf Krupka, Lucy A. Beebe, Richard W. Beebe, Catholyn T. Griffiths, Thomas R. Burtzlaff, Henry J. Bouchat, Leonard V. Lange
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Publication number: 20020134821Abstract: A postal item is disclosed which includes a blank having a first surface providing an area which can be written on and a transparent sheet secured around its edges to a second opposed surface of the blank. The blank and sheet form between them a pocket in which is received a sheet on which there is visual material. The blank has a main area and edge zones which are folded over to sandwich the edges of said transparent sheet between themselves and the main area of the blank thereby to form a pocket in which the sheet with visual material on it is received. A portion of the blank is bounded by a line of weakness and joined to the remainder of the blank along a line about which said blank can be bent. Once bent the portion protrudes from the remainder of the blank and forms a stand.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2001Publication date: September 26, 2002Inventor: Kyle Gradus-Samson
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Publication number: 20020117410Abstract: A tri-fold protective mailer for a stress-sensitive article. The protective mailer comprises a three-section, substantially-rectangular panel having a pocket on one outermost section for securing the stress-sensitive article. When the mailer is folded, the article is captured between the overlapping sections of the panel such that the stress-sensitive article is inaccessible from the exterior of the mailer. The pocket is positioned and configured such that the mailer can be handled by automated handling equipment without a significant risk of damage to the stress-sensitive article.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2001Publication date: August 29, 2002Applicant: Butler Business Services, Inc.Inventors: Todd N. Butler, Bryan W. Horn
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Patent number: 6434867Abstract: A method and apparatus designed to facilitate sending items via the mail or other package delivery system in a uniquely designed container. The invention consists of three subassembly layers that are combined via adhesive to form the mailer. One of the unique aspects of the invention is the center subassembly that is not only sandwiched between but also protrudes from the front and back exterior assemblies. The center subassembly, or graphical composite, may be made from variously shaped and colored materials to produce a recognizable or fanciful sign, symbol or picture. The container subassembly houses the item being transported and may be a postcard, envelope, CD sleeve, book cover, or other type of container or communication device.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 1999Date of Patent: August 20, 2002Assignee: MediaGarden, Inc.Inventor: Melvin H. Ristau
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Publication number: 20020100797Abstract: This invention relates to a gift card supporting a prepaid credit card. The gift card may consist of single or multiple panels. The credit card is secured to the gift card, or may be contained in a pocket formed by multiple panels of the card. The gift card may contain one or more accent apertures, highlighting one or more areas of the credit card. It may also contain one or more operational slots depending on the combination of types of credit cards and gift cards. The multiple panel cards are securely affixed by a closure mechanism, ensuring that the credit card will remain inside the gift envelope.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2001Publication date: August 1, 2002Inventors: James R. Hollingsworth, Paul Masdeu, Ronald Heathcott
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Publication number: 20020095914Abstract: An integral frame and mailer formed from a single blank is disclosed. The blank includes a frame having a frame front panel and a frame rear panel, the frame rear panel being connected to a mailer rear panel along a fold line. A mailer front panel is foldably connected to the mailer front panel, wherein the mailer front panel and mailer rear panel effectively sandwich the frame front panel and frame rear panel therebetween.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2001Publication date: July 25, 2002Inventors: William Gerrie, Louis Thyroff
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Publication number: 20020070266Abstract: An 8½ by 11 inch paper sheet construction having a pattern of score and perforated lines formed thereon is provided to the user. The lines form corner tear-away strips, a central panel, left and right side flaps, and top and bottom flaps. The user enters into his computer the desired indicia to be printed on inside surfaces of one or more of the central panel and top and bottom flaps and the desired address indicia to be printed on the outside surface of the central panel, and then has the desired indicia and address indicia printed on the sheet construction by feeding it into his desk top printer. He then tears off the four corner tear-away strips. He next places the desired flat object(s) (such as postcards) he wants to mail on the inside surface of the central panel and folds the two side flaps in, the bottom flap up and the top flap down. A seal is then applied to releasably secure the top flap to the bottom flap.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 4, 2001Publication date: June 13, 2002Inventors: Tracey L. Glenn, Brian R. McCarthy
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Publication number: 20020070265Abstract: A package containing a picture postcard and a multimedia software presentation on digital media. The postcard has a picture or illustration relevant to the geographic location it is being sold. The attached multimedia software presentation also contains images, video and information that are relevant to the general location in which the postcard is sold.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2000Publication date: June 13, 2002Inventors: Kevin R. Utter, Matthew A. Kramer
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Patent number: 6361078Abstract: The invention broadly comprises a multi-ply integrated label form including a first ply having an upper side and an underside and having a first die cut window and a second die cut window, and also having an integral marginal feed strip along a first edge of the first ply and a detachably secured marginal feed strip along a second edge of the first ply, where the first edge and second edge are parallel to one another; a second ply having a label portion, a card stock portion adjacent to and detachably secured to the label portion, a marginal strip portion adjacent to and detachably secured to the card stock portion, and a marginal feed strip portion adjacent to and detachably secured to the marginal strip portion, each of the label portion, card stock portion, marginal strip portion, and marginal feed strip portion having an upper side and an underside, the underside of the label portion and of the marginal strip portion being coated with an adhesive, wherein the first ply is removably secured to the second pType: GrantFiled: May 15, 1998Date of Patent: March 26, 2002Assignee: Moore U.S.A. Inc.Inventor: Stanley C. Chess
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Publication number: 20020020735Abstract: This invention relates to a device comprising a transparent membrane attached to a substantially solid surface that together form a sealable pocket for insertion of an item to be displayed or transported.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2001Publication date: February 21, 2002Applicant: PhotoFits, LLCInventors: David P. Hollingbery, David Orange
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Patent number: 6269158Abstract: A card unit system comprising a combination of a postal communication and a detachable telephone calling card and a method for constructing and implementing such unit system which combines the benefits of telecommunication with postage and which optionally includes a gift certificate, coupon or a toll free number to access appropriate voice mail on a single unit.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 1998Date of Patent: July 31, 2001Inventor: Hyun D. Kim
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Patent number: 6230964Abstract: A postal package includes first and second sheet portions, at least one of which includes a cut-out window, and an inner case interposed between the first and second sheet portions. The inner case is constituted by a cup having a mouth and an outwardly extending flange portion around the mouth and by a cover dimensioned to close the mouth of the cup. At least one of the cup and the cover includes engagement structure for mutual engagement one to the other. Such engagement structure is defined by inter-engaging surfaces of the cup and the cover. The cup is dimensioned to protrude through the cut-out window. In a further embodiment, the cover can additionally present a cup shape, dimensioned to protrude from another cut-out window formed in the other of the first and second sheet portions.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 1999Date of Patent: May 15, 2001Inventor: Toshiki Saito
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Patent number: 6213518Abstract: A business form is provided which is particularly useful in shipping products where certain preprinted information can be provided and then individualized information is printed before the form is applied to a substrate. The form includes a face ply which has a pattern of adhesive applied to at least a portion of the inner face, and a release liner which includes a pattern of adhesive which exposes a portion of the release liner to direct adhesive contact to the face ply without intervening release coating to permanently adhere a part of the release liner to the face ply. The release liner has a surrounding protective border provided with release coating on the release face thereof and which is removed prior to application to the substrate, and a slip which remains with the form as applied to the substrate. The face ply includes lines of perforation defining a central portion.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2000Date of Patent: April 10, 2001Assignee: Ward/Kraft, Inc.Inventor: Bruce Raming
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Patent number: 6209779Abstract: A mailer blank having a return receipt post card which can be printed on both faces thereof by a single pass through a non-impact, simplex printer is described. The return receipt post card is configured to present all areas to be printed with variable information on a single face of the postcard, thereby allowing printing of all variable information in a single pass through the printer. The post card is provided with fold lines such that a unique folding pattern results in formation of a post card of standard size and uniform thickness, and having the variable printed information ultimately positioned at desired locations on both sides (faces) of the post card.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 1999Date of Patent: April 3, 2001Assignee: Laser Substrates, Inc.Inventor: Warren M. Fabel
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Patent number: 6192608Abstract: In order to create interest in advertising pieces in a consumer, a pop-up advertising piece includes a booklet-shaped advertiser movable from a closed position to an open position. An anchoring strip is in vertical confronting relation to a normally inwardly facing surface of one of the cover portions and has top and bottom edges secured to the normally inwardly facing surface in general proximity to top and bottom edges thereof. An internal substrate has one vertical edge secured to the one of the cover portions opposite the anchoring strip and the other vertical edge is secured to the anchoring strip. A first fold line is provided on the internal substrate in spaced relation to a generally vertical fold line of the booklet-shaped advertiser when it is in the closed position. The internal substrate also has a second fold line on the side of the anchoring strip opposite the first fold line.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 1999Date of Patent: February 27, 2001Assignee: R. R. Donnelley & Sons CompanyInventor: Bruce D. Williams
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Patent number: 6189774Abstract: An improved postcard for mailing and displaying a photograph and a blank for and method of making the same is disclosed herein. The postcard is made from the blank, which is folded and then secured together along outer edges thereof, by flaps formed in the blank. One of the flaps is left open so that a photograph may be inserted into a pocket formed in the postcard, so as to be seen through a transparent window secured to one side of a front portion of the formed postcard. After insertion of the photograph, the open side of the pocket is permanently sealed by the open flap, and the postcard may be sent through the mail. The postcard includes a triangular element held on a rear surface thereof, which triangular element is rotatable to an open position to support the postcard in an elevated or standing position, whereby the photograph may be easily viewed through the transparent window.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2000Date of Patent: February 20, 2001Inventor: C. Steven Pearson
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Patent number: 6179202Abstract: A special service mail form constructed of a sheet of paper and a backing sheet adapted to simplex printing so as to allow use of the special service mail form is a self-help, kiosk. The sheet of paper is divided into two sections by a line of weakness. The first section provides a return post card having printed indicia on the front surface associated with special service mailers such as PS Form 3811. The second section includes two adhesive backed removable labels. Return address information is printed onto one of these two labels. To assemble a special services mailer, the return address label is removed from the remainder of the sheet of paper and applied to the appropriate area on the back of the return post card. The backing sheet is attached to a back surface of the sheet of paper to protect the adhesive applied to the back of the labels from exposure prior to their detachment from the remainder of the sheet of paper.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 1999Date of Patent: January 30, 2001Assignee: Moore North America, Inc.Inventors: Joe A. Alexander, Joseph V. Deaner, L. Michael McKee
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Patent number: 6179201Abstract: A pressure seal mailer assembly compatible with non-impact printing techniques includes paper stock with at least three interconnected and foldable panels and pressure activated adhesive along plural edges thereof. There is at least one opening in one of the panels and a removable card located and releasably held within the opening. In addition, there is a laminate assembly applied to one side of the paper stock covering at least the opening therein, wherein part of the laminate assembly remains with the card after it is removed from the paper stock.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 1998Date of Patent: January 30, 2001Assignee: Moore U.S.A. Inc.Inventor: Stanley C. Chess