Abstract: An aid to locating vehicles in crowded parking areas comprises a bracket which engages a vehicle side window and a flagstaff which is supported in the bracket. The angular orientation of the flagstaff relative to the bracket is adjustable without the aid of tools to place the flagstaff in a vertical orientation regardless of the vehicle body style and corresponding side window configuration.

Abstract: The present invention provides an umbrella holder for mounting an umbrella in an upright position. The umbrella holder which includes, a lower handle support member, slideably mounted on the midsection of a support rod having an upper shaft support guide on the upper distal end with the lower end threaded into a bracket the opposite end of which includes a mounting bracket assembly for engaging a mobile or stationary base.The lower handle support member includes a plurality of horizontally oriented parallel basket rings having a common axis weldably secured to an intermediate upright rib having an attached cylindrical pencil holder tube which will accept a pencil and an upright L-wire mounted on a hub having an inner bore which slideably receives the support rod and includes a threaded locking knob for locking the hub in place.

Abstract: The present disclosure is related to detachable mounting assembly adapted for location of fog lights and flag poles having light element disposed at the top end thereof, which is removably secured under the front bumper. To better protect the fog lights and flag poles from being stolen or sabotaged, the driver can remove the lights and poles and fix them in place in the rear trunk when the automobile is parked for a long period of time.

Abstract: A roofing safety device, adapted to be used in connection with substantially all roof configurations comprises an upright support, adapted to be secured to the roof of a building, having at least one self-braking mechanism and cable assembly attached thereto. Disposed at the free end of the cable is a fastening device which may be secured to one of a plurality of heavy rings secured to a belt. The plurality of rings provided on the belt enables the worker to attach the cable of the self-braking mechanism to either side of his body, thereby allowing the worker to perform his task on the roof without being chafed by the cable. A pair of stabilizing struts, each having a rectangular foot at the distal ends thereof which are rotatable about a pair of orthogonal axes enables the device to conform to substantially any rooftop configuration.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a unique means of attaching an umbrella to a lawn and garden tractor. This is accomplished through the use of an umbrella support plate which utilizes the accessory attachment apertures of the tractor for the mounting of the plate. Further, the umbrella support plate itself has one or more accessory attachment apertures which can be utilized for the attachment of a grass catcher, cart, roller or lawn aerator. The umbrella is supported over the operator of the lawn and garden tractor by means of one or more support shafts.

Abstract: The antenna mounting apparatus includes an equipment frame and a reflector mounting apparatus. The reflector mounting apparatus has both an elevation control and an azimuth control incorporated therein such that the apparatus has both strength and low weight.

Abstract: Antenna mounting apparatus especially for use in connection with satellite dishes comprises a base assembly with an antenna extending upwardly therefrom, multiple ballast means extending radially from the base assembly, outer end plates disposed respectively adjacent the end of the ballast means remote from the base assembly, an aperture formed in each ballast means, and tie rods extending respectively through the apertures and interconnecting the base assembly and the associated outer end plate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to portable dual umbrella holders and is specifically concerned with providing a holder which is adapted to mount at least two umbrellas individually over the seat and bag holding portions of a motorized golf cart. Prior art devices have only provided holders for supporting a single umbrella which are permanently mounted on a golf cart either motorized or of the pull-type with no means to quickly disassemble the holder for transport to and from a golf course. The structure of the present invention overcomes such problems by providing a dual umbrella holder which can be conveniently disassembled and converted to a compact transportable condition in which the holder is able to be inserted and carried along with the golf clubs in the golfer's bag.

Abstract: A roofing safety device, adapted to be used in connection with substantially all roof configurations comprises an upright support, adapted to be secured to the roof of a building, having at least one self-braking mechanism and cable assembly attached thereto. Disposed at the free end of the cable is a fastening device which may be secured to one of a plurality of heavy rings secured to a belt. The plurality of rings provided on the belt enables the worker to attach the cable of the self-braking mechanism to either side of his body, thereby allowing the worker to perform his task on the roof without being chafed by the cable. A pair of stabilizing struts, each having a rectangular foot at the distal ends thereof which are rotatable about a pair of orthogonal axes enables the device to conform to substantially any rooftop configuration.

Abstract: A temporary mast support and storage structure for a detachable mast for a wind surfing board or the like having an attached sail and boom structure. The structure includes a first hollow, elongated cylindrical sleeve having a radially outwardly extending flange whereby the flange adapts the sleeve to be emplaced in sand or concrete and the flange being further adapted to be coupled with a vehicular mounted trailer hitch. A second hollow, elongated cylindrical sleeve having a radially outwardly extending flange is provided the radius of the cylinder of the second sleeve being lesser than the radius of the cylinder of the first sleeve such that the second sleeve fits within the first sleeve with the flange of the second sleeve overlying, at least in part the flange of the first sleeve.

Abstract: In accordance with an illustrative embodiment of the present invention, an antenna pole mounting assembly for a dish antenna or the like includes an elongated base bracket, a pivot bracket, scissor arms for connecting the base and pivot brackets to one another in various offset positions, and a pole clamp ring secured to the pivot bracket in a manner that allows full rotation orientation, whereby the base bracket can be secured to a wall in other than a horizontal position with the clamp ring in the vertical.

Abstract: A device for supporting a building line reference consists of an elongate plate member for adjustable attachment to a wall face having upper and lower parallel channels, and a vertically oriented square section hollow member, in which said reference is received, secured to a plate slidably engaged in said channels having means for locking the plate against slidable movement. Said hollow member including two horizontal pivot bars located on the inside of two adjacent walls and threaded holes formed in said other two adjacent walls and positioned above and below said pivot bars whereby the reference member may be urged against said bars and brought into vertical orientation by the adjustment of threaded bolts received in said threaded holes.

Abstract: A device for use in mounting on a boat or other mobile unit a radio antenna of the whip type includes a support member and a collar member. The support member has a partial ring portion with a side opening and an integral mount extending laterally from the side of the partial ring portion opposite to the opening by which the support member may be fixed to a support surface. The inside surface of the ring portion is tapered inwardly along its length. The collar member includes a tubular body having a bore of diameter approximating the diameter of the cylindrical base portion of the antenna and a plurality of integral fingers depend inwardly from its lower end. On the outside of the collar member is a tapered section having an angle of taper matching that of the taper in the support member so the collar member may nest in the support member.

Abstract: The basketball goal support of the present invention need not include the traditional backboard. Rather, this goal support includes a generally U-shaped anchor attachable to a door or similar structure. A hollow cylindrically shaped receptacle is fixed to the anchor for receiving a support tube in close fit within the receptacle. The support tube supports the basketball goal.

Abstract: A flagstaff for alternative uses includes an elongated pole with fasteners for attaching a flag to the pole and a bracket for use in selectively attaching the flag to an automotive vehicle. The bracket has a flange to fit about the upper edge of an automobile window and a latch which positively locks the pole to the bracket when operatively connected. The bracket also has a notch to fit about a nail or other fastener on a wall. Alternatively the pole may be removed from the bracket and carried by hand.

Abstract: A mast mounting assembly is provided for supporting a safety flag mast, communication antenna or the like. The novel assembly comprises a mounting bolt that can be permanently attached to a vehicle with the free end of the bolt extending in an upright position. The free end of the bolt has a drilled bore opening to receive and anchor the lower base end of the mast. A collar has a pair of bore openings extending from opposite ends thereof, one of the openings being smaller in diameter through which the base end of the mast can be press-fitted, the other of the openings adapted to be press-fitted over the mounting bolt. The collar is made of a hard resilient material, such as a urethane plastic, to provide a resilient support to the base of the mast for dampening the oscillations to prevent injury to the vehicle operator. In event of damage to the mast, such as by vehicle roll over, the collar can be pulled off the mounting bolt and the mast without the need for any tools.

Abstract: A pressure releasable safety antenna for off-road vehicles comprising an antenna mounted within the upper portion of a pressure releasable mounting assembly, the lower portion of the assembly being mounted on the vehicle and the upper portion being snapped within the lower portion, the upper portion releasing from within the lower portion upon the application of a lateral force on the antenna.

Abstract: A lightweight mounting structure combination for small dish antennae is provided. The structure includes an upright mast for supporting the dish antennae. The mast has an upper end for attachment to said dish and a lower end for anchoring to a rigid-type structure. The structure also has a bent strut having a lower end for anchoring to a rigid-type structure and an upper end for attachment to said mast. In addition, a second strut is provided having a lower end for anchoring to a rigid-type structure and an upper end for attachment to said mast. Further included is means for anchoring the respective lower ends of the mast, bent strut and second strut to the rigid-type structure and for attaching the respective upper ends of the bent and second struts to the mast. The means includes a bracket, a threaded bolt having a shank portion for extending through the bracket and respective end, and a nut threaded on said bolt for drawing the bracket and respective end tightly together.

Abstract: A mounting structure for satellite dish antennae and method and means for anchoring the structure to the roof or sidewall of a typical residential building, such as a house, are disclosed. The mounting structure includes a mast for supporting the dish antennae. The anchoring means includes a bar having a back portion and sides which define an open-ended channel. The sides of the bar are further provided with integral adjoining lips which extend the length of the bar. Also included in the assembly is a clamp provided with holes through which bolt means may be inserted to tighten and secure the clamp about the mounting structure's mast to the bar's lips. When so tightened, the clamp tightly engages the external surface of the mast to prevent it from torsional movement relative to the clamp.

Abstract: A stand for removably interconnecting an intermediate portion of a horizontally disposed elongated member, such as a board of a patio deck, with the lower end of a vertically disposed elongated member, such as the umbrella post of an umbrella table. The stand includes a main body having first and second spaced apart flanges for removably interconnecting the main body with the intermediate portion of the horizontally disposed elongated member. The stand also includes a socket formed in the main body, the socket opening in a direction opposite the direction in which the first and second flanges extend. The socket accepts the lower end of the vertically disposed elongated member. In the preferred embodiment, the main body consists of a U-shaped stamping having a base and two flanges extending therefrom as well as a right circular cylindrical tube welded to the base portion of the U-shaped stamping.

Abstract: A collapsible antenna mount includes relatively movable arms pivotally connected to a support means such that the arms can be moved between collapsed positions adjacent each other and deployed positions in which the distal portions of the arms are spaced-apart. In the collapsed configuration, the antenna mount occupies a minimum amount of space for storage. In the deployed position, magnets located in the distal arm portions and the support means provide rigid support for the antenna mount on a car roof or the like.

Abstract: A lightweight mounting structure combination for small dish antennae is provided. The structure includes an upright mast for supporting the dish antennae. The mast has an upper end for attachment to said dish and a lower end for anchoring to a rigid-type structure. The structure also has a bent strut having a lower end for anchoring to a rigid-type structure and an upper end for attachment to said mast. In addition, a second strut is provided having a lower end for anchoring to a rigid-type structure and an upper end for attachment to said mast. Further included is means for anchoring the respective lower ends of the mast, bent strut and second strut to the rigid-type structure and for attaching the respective upper ends of the bent and second struts to the mast. The means includes a bracket, a threaded bolt having a shank portion for extending through the bracket and respective end, and a nut threaded on said bolt for drawing the bracket and respective end tightly together.

Abstract: A support assembly for a mast includes a mounting plate to which a cradle can be permanently fused or attached by means of spacers of different thickness to select the desired spacing of the mast from the mounting plate. The cradle has an arcuate mast support surface which extends axially to a length at least twice the arcuate length. The arcuate arc length is preferably less than 180.degree.. The mounting plate is adapted to be secured to a masonry wall, such as the side of chimney, by means of masonry screws or the like. To this end the mounting plate is provided with at least two mounting holes, at least one of which is elongated to assure that both mounting holes overlie mortar spaces between bricks in the masonry wall. The supported mast is clamped to the cradle by means of a U-bolt and toothed bracket plate. In the preferred embodiment, two such assemblies are secured to the wall with their mast support surfaces in axial alignment.

Abstract: An auxiliary mailbox marking attachment comprises a mounting strap transversely surrounding, and generally conforming to the shape of, the exterior top and sides of a mailbox. A portion of the mounting strap extends inwardly beneath the mailbox such that the mounting strap may be drawn tight to clamp around the exterior of the mailbox. A flag or other marking device is mounted on the mounting strap by a support attached to the mounting strap and serves as a visible indication of the presence of the mailbox.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a device for positioning a stick relative to a harvesting aid. The stick holder mounts a stick relative to an operator positioned on a harvesting aid. The stick holder is designed to adjust the height and angle of the stick relative to the operator. In addition, a plant holding trough is provided adjacent to the stick holder to retain the harvested crops prior to a loaded stick being discharged from the stick holder.

Abstract: An umbrella support assembly designed to be clamped to the seat-back brace members of a pair of side-by-side seats in a conventional golf cart. The assembly includes a forwarding extending member whose free end is located between the two seats of the golf cart. A socket and strap sub-assembly is fixed to the free end for receiving the handle of a conventional golf umbrella and holding the umbrella in an upright position. A pair of Velcro straps is fixed to the socket securely clamping the umbrella to the sub-assembly.

Abstract: A support body portion extends inwardly from the top rim of a plant pot and has a substantially vertical channel therethrough bounded on the outer end by the inner surface of the pot, on the inner end by a rod support groove substantially parallel with the axis of symmetry of the pot and on the sides by a pair of side walls that converge radially inward. A plant support rod is positioned in the rod support groove and extends above the pot a substantial distance so that a plant in the pot can be tied to it for support. A spring wedge having a pair of legs, at the same angle to each other as the angle of the slope of the pot side to the axis of symmetry, joined by a resilient bight portion is pushed down into the top of the vertical channel so one leg bears against the sloping wall of the pot and the other leg bears against the support rod to anchor it firmly in the vertical rod support groove.

Abstract: A retaining clip for attaching signs to guardrails along highways comprising a body section having a central portion with at least two side flanges therealong, a clamp provided at each end of the body section and integral therewith, each clamp terminating in a closed portion, a wedge-shaped member having a pair of slots therein slidably mounted upon one of the clamps, and a turn screw threadably mounted in the central portion of the body having a hammer head at one end and a pressure plate for engagement with a guardrail at the other end.

Abstract: An antenna mount is provided for attaching a radio antenna to the exterior of a vehicle in a manner that allows the mount to be quickly removed from the vehicle. The mount includes two clamps which fit over the support frame bars for an accessory mounted on the exterior of a vehicle, such as a rearview mirror or luggage rack. The first clamp includes a base plate to which a radio antenna mounts. Pivotally connected to one end of the base plate is a support bar grip which attaches one end of the base plate to one of the supporting bars. A locking arm prevents the support bar grip from rotating relative to the base plate once the antenna mount is attached to the supporting bar. The second clamp also includes a grip for engaging a second support bar. This support bar grip is slidably attached to the base plate and prevents the first clamp from becoming disengaged from the supporting bar to which it is attached. A spring couples this support bar grip to the first clamp.

Abstract: A tackle box rod holder including a generally cylindrical tube portion having a first and second end and means for connecting the tube portion to a tackle box for secure and fixed attachment without interfering with the normal swingable operation of the tackle box.

Abstract: An improved antenna bracket for mounting masts for antennas to the exterior wall of buildings having various roof and overhang dimensions. The mounting bracket can be made of parts having standard dimensions and can support an antenna, mast, and rotor, without guy wires or additional support against the roof of the building.

Abstract: A mounting for a radio antenna which enables the antenna to be easily mounted on and demounted from the edge of the trunk lid of an automobile without marring the surface. The mount consists of a flat base member and a clamping member pivoted relative to the base in the plane thereof and having a lip spaced from the base. A clamping pad is mounted on the base for movement toward and away from the lip by means of a screw threaded in the base. The members are pivoted so that the lip is exposed and may be easily inserted into the space between the edge of the trunk lid and the body of the automobile without interference from the base. The base is then pivoted relative to the clamping member so as to be opposite the lip and the clamping pad is pushed against the outside of the trunk lid.

Abstract: An antenna mount is disclosed. It includes a hinge connected to a first metal bracket which is adapted to be fixedly attached adjacent to the edge of a trunk in the interior space of an automotive trunk. There is a movable mounting bracket on the hinge which supports an L-shaped arm having a lengthwise slot. The antenna coaxial cable is positioned in the slot, and the cable and arm protrude through the trunk opening even when the trunk lid is closed. The L-shaped arm supports the antenna base on the exterior when erected. The L-shaped arm can be moved by pivoting around the hinge to a recessed location in the trunk thereby retracting the antenna and enabling it to be closed out of sight to avoid theft of the antenna.

Abstract: A support device for use in sport fishing to hold a plurality of fishing rods unattended. The device has at least two clamps or brackets to anchor the device securely to a railing on a boat, or the holder may be secured to the deck, after first removing the clamps. The fishing rods will be retained adequately enough within the device to permit the user to leave the fishing rod unattended in the device while trolling, with the fishing line trailing out behind the boat.

Abstract: A combination of components for mounting a receiving and transmitting antenna, especially a CB antenna, on a conveyance, especially a motor vehicle, so that the components are easily adjusted and locked in assembled relationship for use and also easily separable for safe concealment during storage.

Abstract: A CB antenna (10) or the like is mounted on the edge of an automobile trunk lid (12) by means of a stepped bracket (18), which carries the antenna, and a U-shaped support member (20) which is mountable on the trunk lid edge. The support member has a pair of opposing sides (20.2, 20.3) joined by a base (20.1) having a rectangular aperture (20.4) therein. One side (20.3) is depressed to form a plateau (20.5), and a plate (20.6) covers the plateau to form a slot (20.7) into which a lower tread (18.3) of the bracket is inserted. The rectangular aperture is reversed into the base so that a riser (18.4) of the bracket fits into the aperture flush with the base when the lower tread is inserted into the slot. Snap fit means (20.8, 18.5, 18.6) is included on the end portions of the one side (20.3) of the support member to secure the lid therein. A protective coating (20.9) is provided on the inner surface of the other side (20.2) to prevent the outer surface of the lid from being marred.

Abstract: A device for mounting a radio antenna adjacent the trunk opening of an automobile, including a flange-engaging channel bracket having an ear projecting therefrom, and an angulated antenna-supporting strap which includes a plurality of right angle bends, and which is pivotally secured to the channel bracket for pivotation about a horizontal axis when the flange-engaging bracket engages a substantially horizontally extending flange around the automobile trunk.

Abstract: This invention is a bracket for supporting a truck cab radio antenna. Its main characteristic is its simple, rapid, and easy attachability and detachability to and from the outside rear-view mirror bracket. It consists of a tube of about the same height as a standard truck rear-view mirror bracket. A short rod is inserted and rigidly held within the top of the tube. A similar but somewhat longer rod is inserted into the bottom of the tube, wherein it is free to slide. Attached to the top insert is a top plate extending on both sides of the tube. At one end, this plate is provided with a central hole for the attachment of the antenna; while rigidly attached to the other end of this plate is a semicircular holder which fits over the top of the mirror bracket. A plate and similar holder is attached to the bottom of the sliding rod to fit under the bottom of the mirror bracket. A spring contained in the tube joins both inserts, and holds tightly the antenna bracket to the rear-view mirror bracket.

Abstract: A rear-view-mirror arrangement is provided that can be detactally mounted to the window of a vehicle especially towing vehicle. The arrangement comprises an extensible arm, first means at one end of said arm for receiving a mirror, and second means at the other end of said arm for removably attaching the arm to said window. Said second means comprises a member by means of which the mirror can be placed in full view of the driver of the vehicle.

Abstract: There is provided herewith a mounting mechanism for radio antenna which is readily mounted and dismounted. The device includes a pair of telescoping members which coact to form a rigid main support. Each member has a curved clamp member adapted to be positioned around a curvillinear surface. The telescoping members and the clamp members are biased together by means of a pair of opposed biasing springs.

Abstract: A plurality of stepped bracket configurations for mounting a CB (Citizen Band) antenna to an inner door frame of a motor vehicle, such as a car, van, truck and trailer cab are disclosed. Each illustrative bracket comprises a plurality of treads and at least one step riser. One of the treads comprises at least one hole for mounting the CB antenna thereon. A second tread comprises a pair of generally L-shaped rods extensions which cooperatively interfit with a pair of apertures in the inner door frame to guard against undesired removal of the bracket when the door is closed. Optionally, the second tread comprises an aperture for receiving a screw for insertion through a hole drilled in the inner door frame for semipermanently installing the bracket to the door frame. A spring-action handle subassembly is cooperatively mounted on the step riser for engaging a bracket member embracingly with the rain gutter of the roof of the vehicle.

Abstract: Described is a mount assembly comprising a support member pivotally mounted, about a first axis, to a rigid body (e.g., the underside of a motor vehicle trunk lid) and a bracket pivotally mounted, about a second axis, to the support member so as to protrude above and to one side of the rigid body. An object such as a CB radio antenna, is mounted on the bracket. Resilient means couples the bracket to the support member for translation of the bracket along the second axis. The bracket, in addition, includes means for engaging the rigid body when the resilient means is under compression. In one embodiment the support member is mounted on the underside of an auto trunk lid and the engaging means includes a flange which engages a side edge of the lid. In another embodiment, the support is mounted on the underside of a van roof, near a rear or side door, and the engaging means includes a pair of hook-like fingers which engage a rain gutter above the door.

Abstract: An antenna mount to be received within the trunk of an automobile, truck or other vehicle, comprising a bracket member adapted to be secured to the trunk rain channel and incorporating a generally vertically disposed mounting flange, a mounting member adapted to extend outside of the trunk and having a support section to be secured to the mounting flange of the bracket, aligned rib and groove elements on the respective bracket and mounting members, and a wing nut - bolt assembly adapted to releasably secure the mounting and bracket members to one another with the respective rib and groove elements in engagement so as to prevent relative movement therebetween and maintain the integrity of the composite mount. When it is desired to remove the antenna from the vehicle loosening of the wing nut facilitates disassembly of the mount and stowage of the antenna within the trunk, thereby minimizing the risk of theft.

Abstract: A radio antenna is affixed to a rotary mounting device on an arm extending from a bracket member. The bracket member is affixed to an automotive vehicle via a spring biased stud whereby the bracket member is movable to position the antenna in a storage position in which it is out of sight of people out of the vehicle.

Abstract: An elongate rod is formed with an "S" shaped terminal portion at one end for providing an inner, or first, downwardly-open loop-adapted to be engaged by a member to be supported, and an outer, or second, upwardly-open loop adapted to restrain a member bearing thereagainst. The other end of the rod terminates in means for either securely, though releasably, anchoring the rod to a portable support base which is adapted to be affixed to a support surface, or means for securely, though releasably, anchoring the rod to a support surface, per se.

Abstract: An attachment apparatus designed to facilitate the quick connection and release of movable objects relative to a fixed surface. The apparatus provides a fixed base shoe member which is firmly secured to a stationary surface. The shoe member is constructed from a spherical segment having a channeled groove extending therethrough, inwardly extending flanges are provided in conjunction with the channel groove for holding a movable foot member within the groove. The foot member is secured to a coupling apparatus which carries a retainer means for locking the foot member in place directly beneath the inwardly extending flanges of the shoe member.

Abstract: A bracket providing an auxiliary support adapted for easy connection to or removal from a base structure having an opening opposite edge portions of which may serve as mounting means for the bracket.The bracket illustrated comprises a plurality of arm elements having a common pivot. One portion of the arm elements is adapted to serve as a support for an object to be appropriately mounted with reference to said base structure. Other portions of said arm elements provide two anchoring means the projected ends of which may be inserted in the opening in the base structure. Means are provided to induce a scissors-like spread of the inserted arm elements, to cause remote surface portions thereof to firmly engage said opposite edge portions of said opening, and to fix said arm elements in a predetermined relation to each other and to the base structure to which the bracket is mounted.

Abstract: A portable appliance for the holding of a fishing rod to railings, floor surfaces and the like while awaiting a bite.

Abstract: A bracket for mounting an antenna on a vehicle, having an opening giving access to the interior of the vehicle and a closure member for closing the opening, has a base for attachment to the inside of the vehicle adjacent the opening and an antenna support member pivotally connected to the base for folding between an exposed position extending through the vehicle opening to support an antenna for use outside the vehicle, and a storage position inside the vehicle to conceal a supported antenna when not in use.

Abstract: A detachable aerial mount for use on trucks having rear view mirror brackets on opposite sides thereof. The mount has a spring-actuated clasping mechanism so that the driver of a truck can easily and quickly remove the aerial and the associated radio from the truck and transfer them to another truck that is to be driven by the driver.