Abstract: An inexpensive mailing envelope with a window opening to which a decorative image-bearing sheet member is attached. The image-bearing sheet member may be transparent or semi-opaque, partially revealing the contents of the said envelope. The inclusion of a decorative image visible from the outside of the envelope induces mailing recipients to open the envelope and examine the contents inserted therein. The window opening may be placed on the rear panel of the envelope, opposite the panel displaying address information. The image-bearing sheet material may be detachable and may be promoted as a gift.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a label that can be adhered to a photograph to produce a photocard that can be used as a calendar, a diary, a log, a things-to-do card, a memo or note card, an address record, an activity record, an event record, an inventory record, a gift, and an educational card. Two or more of such photocards can be assembled into a booklet. This invention further relates to a kit that contains the present labels and a binder, a folder, a fastening means, a binding means or a container. This invention also relates to a kit that can be used to produce a booklet, a kit that contains a binding means and a binder connecting means, and a kit that contains a fastening means and fastener connecting means. Methods of producing and using the present labels as well as producing the booklets are provided.

Abstract: A personal greeting card/postcard includes at least one panel having opposite faces wherein at least one of the opposite faces includes an adhesive surface and a removable protective film which covers the adhesive surface prior to use. The protective film is removed so that a personal photograph, picture or the like can be adhered to the card panel. A message and/or mailing address can be applied to the opposite face, on a second or third panel of the card or on a removable decal which removably adheres to the attached photograph.

Abstract: Pressure sensitive adhesive labels having postal indicia on them are used to produce mailing pieces, and allow production of distinctive mailing pieces at high speeds (e.g. 300-500 feet per minute). The labels have "POSTAGE PAID", an indication of rate such "BULK RATE" or "FIRST CLASS MAIL", and an indication of permit authorization such as "PERMIT NO.". The pressure sensitive adhesive of the label is adhered to an envelope or postcard at an upper right corner of an addressable face of the envelope or postcard. The label may have the same size as (and simulate) a conventional postage stamp, and the indicia may overlie the decorative graphics, with the indicia and the decorative graphics sharply color contrasting. The labels may simulate first class postage metering including a circle indicating the zip code of origin. The labels are typically either tipped on or blown on an envelope web, and a business reply envelope (also with a label having similar "POSTAGE PAID" indicia, etc.

Abstract: A form for creating a postcard having printing on both sides includes a front sheet and a back sheet, which are laminated using a pressure sensitive adhesive on a back surface of the front sheet. A fold line extends across the front sheet, while a tear line underlying the fold line extends across the back sheet. A gap in the adhesive preferably extends along the fold line. On one side of the fold line opposite to the direction of the gap, the inner surface of the back sheet has a release coating restricting the adhesion of the adhesive layer. After printing on the front surface of the front sheet, the section of the back sheet having this release coating is removed and discarded, and the front sheet is folded along the fold line, thereby providing a document having printing on both sides and a thickness sufficient for a postcard.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical marketing device and system which enables a pharmaceutical company or the designated representative to communicate with all persons involved in the marketing and administration of the pharmaceutical products, including the physician, the patient and the pharmacist. The marketing device comprises a unitary member with separable sections which include a free sample to the patient, a peel-off label containing information about the drug to be affixed to the patient's chart, and forms filled out by the physician and the pharmacist with of a mailer, which is returned to the pharmaceutical company or its representatives. Additionally, the patient upon visiting the pharmacist is given a free amount of the drug by the pharmacist, for which the pharmacist is reimbursed by the pharmaceutical company.

Abstract: A method of writing a bank draft using an electronic printer and placing the bank draft in an envelope is accomplished by providing a single sheet of paper. The sheet of paper is completely opaque and sized to be received within the electronic printer. The paper sheet has a front surface and a back surface and a perimeter which is defined by opposite side and end edges. A line of perforations extend between the opposite side edges and divide the paper sheet into an envelope portion and a bank draft portion. The paper sheet is fed into the electronic printer where recipient indicia is printed on the envelope portion and bank draft indicia is printed on the bank draft portion. The paper sheet is then discharged from the electronic printer and folded so that the envelope portion forms an envelope for the bank draft.

Abstract: An arrangement for recording and collecting federal and state income tax data and related documents includes a taxpayer personal information form, a tax preparer personal information form, and a plurality of specially marked envelopes, each adapted to hold a designated collection of tax related documents indicated on the envelope. For example, one envelope contains a list of sources of income for indicating and holding documents related to various sources of income, while a second envelope contains a list of deductions for indicating and holding deduction-related documents. The first envelope further includes a table with indicia for the entry of data related to gains and losses from the sale of property, stocks or bonds. A third envelope includes a list of other deductions and credits for indicating and holding documents related to any such other deductions and credits, as well as a list of proposed changes to the tax laws for indicating and holding documents related to any such proposed tax law changes.

Abstract: A printed sheet product comprises a thin core having a pair of opposing major planar sides. A plurality of sets of variable data fields are printed on at least a first side of the core. One or more of the variable data fields of each set may be printed on the opposing second side of the core. Each set of printed variable data fields includes at least a first data field printed with a numeric code, the numeric code of each variable data field set being different from that of each other set printed on the first side of the core. Each set of variable data fields further includes a second data field printed with either a name and mailing address uniquely associated with a numeric code or with another representation of the numeric code. Where printed, the name and address of each variable data set differs from that of each other variable data set printed on the first side of the core.

Abstract: An assembly for mailing an article requiring special services and a method for mailing same are provided. The assembly includes a single sheet constructed in such a way that one portion of the sheet provides a label and the other portion provides a return postcard or other special service form for attachment to an envelope in its assembled position. The sheet includes a backing to which the portions are attached. The backing may include a section that is cut out to expose one or more of the portions. The return postcard is integrally formed, but removably attached, such that the return postcard remains attached to the envelope until received by the addressee, at which time the return postcard may be removed.

Abstract: A blocking label is provided for use with protective covers enclosing inserts such as identification cards. The blocking label is custom cut and applied on the clear outside surface of the protective cover to cover a desired information contained on the information bearing surface of an insert which is visible through the clear outside surface of the protective cover. The blocking label is coated with an adhesive that is compatible with the clear material of the protective cover and the blocking label to achieve a semipermanent adhesion of the blocking label to the protective cover.

Abstract: An envelope includes a transparent sleeve for holding an overhead projector transparency. The envelope further includes at least one transparent flap which is hingedly connected to the sleeve along a long edge thereof. The flap defines a pocket, and a transparent supplemental information sheet or an opaque blocking sheet is inserted into the pocket of the flap for selectively juxtaposing the sheet with the transparency, thereby altering the display.

Abstract: A protective cover comprising of a flexible polymeric sheet bonded continuously along three sides to form a pocket for slidably inserting an insert therethrough. An opaque coating, preferably black in color, is applied at specific desired location on the surface of either the front, rear, or on both of the sheets comprising the protective cover. The opaque coating, generally rectangular in shape, is used to block off from view, information contained on an insert, such as an identification card, by positioning the opaque coating on the surface of either polymeric sheet such that when the insert is fully inserted on the protective cover, the opaque coating sits directly on top of the information to be blocked. The sheets are either both transparent or one transparent and the other non-transparent. The protective cover can come singly or in a number of bound flippable, overlapping protective covers.

Abstract: In a self-contained information-bearing package for labels, a number of conventional self-adhesive labels are made on a backing sheet, which may have two labels on each segment, on opposite sides. The backing sheet is made either in a folded length with several segments, or a plurality of backing sheet segments in a V-fold, for example. If the backing sheet is a folded length with several segments, it may be accordion-folded. If the backing sheet is a plurality of segments in a V-fold, a number of these are assembled as leaves in an assembly resembling a "perfect bound" book. These are inserted and attached at the fold line of a cover, which is folded to a closed position for distribution. Other pages, carrying printed indicia, may be included within the cover. These other pages may be mounted at a different fold line from the label-carrier leaves. The top cover can fit into a flap at the bottom, or can have a tab that fits into a slot.

Abstract: A combined assembly and a method are provided for delivering a mailing attached to an article requiring special services. A form resembling a return postcard acting as a receipt for the delivery employee is integrally attached to an envelope capable of receiving a payment in a compartment of the envelope. The combined form and envelope is attachable to an article and removable therefrom upon delivery. The address receipt section is also provided but may be retained on the article following removal of the envelope and return form.

Abstract: A mailer type business form and intermediate are constructed from a single sheet of paper to include a reply envelope. The sheet is devoid of cut outs or windows, yet may be simplex printed with the reply and outgoing addresses formed on the same face of the intermediate and having the same orientation. The mailer is easily opened by removing tear strips along the edges, a data panel is detached from a reply envelope flap, and a ply containing the outgoing address detached from the reply envelope so that no computer printing or postal service bar code pertaining to the outgoing address is visible on the reply envelope, including the closing flap portion of the reply envelope.

Abstract: A color brochure with integral return mailer includes a single piece of paper which is folded along three fold lines to define four panels and eight panel sides. One side of the piece of paper is imprinted in color and the other side is imprinted in black and white only. On the color side, the first two adjacent panel sides are printed as a full bleed double panel color display, the panel side immediately below the full bleed display is imprinted with a reply form which may also include color, and the last panel side on the color side is imprinted with the first page color display. On the black and white side, the first panel side is imprinted with a business reply prepaid postage and return address, the second panel side is printed with the back page display and the last two panel sides are left blank. When the blank panel sides are folded to face each other, an envelope pocket is created and the blank panel sides are sealed at their edges in a conventional way.

Abstract: A mailer or business form intermediate including a built-in two-ply card is provided. The mailer comprises a single substrate sheet divided into three or four panels. The two-ply card is fashioned from lines of weakness forming single card plies in two adjacent panels which when folded come into contact and are held together with adhesive to form the two-ply card. Additional adhesives are employed to seal the mailer. Alternative embodiments include four panels in a side-by-side arrangement or a business form embodiment wherein the additional adhesives are not employed.

Abstract: A signature equipped publication which has bound in to the interior thereof a personalized envelope assembly having at least one disc insert.

Abstract: A signature equipped publication which has bound into the interior thereof a personalized envelope assembly having at least one insert.

Abstract: A return mail piece includes a generally rectangular sheet of material with a delimited mailing address zone, a bar code zone in the lower right corner of the sheet, and a subclassification zone in the upper left hand corner of the sheet. Site location indicia is printed within the mailing address zone to identify the address of the site location. Separate subclassification indicia is printed within the subclassification zone so as to identify one of a plurality of end locations as the site location.

Abstract: A return mail piece includes a generally rectangular sheet of material with a delimited mailing address zone and a bar code zone on the front of the sheet, and a subclassification zone on the rearward surface of the sheet. Site location indicia is printed within the mailing address zone to identify the address of the site location. Separate subclassification indicia is printed within the subclassification zone so as to identify one of a plurality of end locations as the site location.

Abstract: A combined advertising brochure and separable reusable envelope device formed from a rectangular sheet being portioned and folded through the application of grouped parallel scorelines (242) and/or perforation lines (221). Additional format ad space is provided amidst given vertex fold points through the mounting of preassembled leaflet configurations (261A), either of which are attached to the brochure via a release adhesive (301). The further formation of a separable reusable envelope, and accompanying ad contents (40), becomes incorporated on at least one end of the brochure embodiment. Furthermore, the free standing aftermarket envelope portion becomes closed through the engagement of the tuck-in tongue enablements (381A and 381B). Likewise, the aftermarket envelope is enhanced with a categorical title strip (281) located about the exposed inside back panel of the envelope.

Abstract: A lottery play slip and lottery ticket jacket for protectively holding one or a plurality of play slips and lottery tickets. The device is formed of three preferably transparent flat panels connected along three edges one to another. The forth or upper margin of each panel is unconnected to facilitate slidable insertion of the play slip between two of the panels sized similar to the play slip and insertion of the smaller lottery ticket between the second and third panels, the third panel being smaller in size and similar to that of the lottery ticket.

Abstract: A mailer structure designed to accommodate sending, through postal services, a first class letter and through components associated with the subject mailer structure, the return of a domestic return receipt in accordance with postal requirements for certified letters, return receipt requested. The subject mailer structure includes a base sheet having a first and second portions removably connected to one another by a seam preferably defined by a perforated construction to allow separation of the first and second portions. The second portion is dimensionally larger than the first portion and includes a front surface and rear surface having zones formed thereon for the individual printing or writing of a personalized message, the identification of the article being sent, and space for the address of the addressee. The rear surface may include a pre-printed standardized or generalized message thereon.

Abstract: A pop-up mailer is constructed from a single sheet of 81/2.times.11 or A4 paper having a weight of at least 20 pounds per 1000 sheet ream, using a non-impact printer. The adhesive for holding panels of the sheet together after they are folded about a fold line is preferably a pressure sensitive non-tacky adhesive (pressure coadhesive). At least two pop-ups are die cut from the sheet of paper on opposite sides of a fold line, and pressure coadhesive is used to hold the pop-ups together so that when the mailer is opened a pop-up appears. Adhesive may be applied around the die cut edges to assist in maintaining the pop-ups within the plane defined by the paper during processing. After die cutting, imaging, applying coadhesive, etc., the sheet is folded about a first fold line and passed through a pressure sealer, and then folded about a second fold line transverse to the first fold line and again passed through a pressure sealer, to produce a final mailer to which postage is applied directly.

Abstract: A four panel mailer formed of a single sheet or ply of paper is including an elongated sheet (10) of material adapted to receive indicia and made up of four connected panels (18, 20, 22, 24) including two end panels (18, 24) at opposite ends of the sheet and two intermediate panels (20, 22) adjacent one another and located between and adjacent respective ones of the end panels (18, 24). One of the end panels (18) is somewhat longer in the direction of elongation of the sheet (10) than the other of the end panels (24) and has an address window (38). The other of the end panels (24) has two lines of apertures (66) extending in the direction of elongation of the sheet.

Abstract: The score card has a front surface displaying a series of numbers arranged from a base line L into rows and columns. The numbers are derived from multiplying a known number F by a series of integers 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . N. Each number, when selected by the user, provides a running score. The score card is illustrated for use with an automatic teller machine ("ATM") which is controlled by an ATM card. The numbers on the surface of the score card are multiples of the base dollar amount dispensed by the ATM. The method of using the score card involves selecting a first score A.sub.1 =N.sub.1 xF by counting N.sub.1 rows from the base line L, wherein N.sub.1 is a first known multiplying integer, selecting a second score A.sub.2 =(N.sub.1 +N.sub.2)F by counting N.sub.2 rows from A.sub.1, wherein N.sub.2 is a second known multiplying integer, and finally selecting a third score A.sub.3 =(N.sub.1 +N.sub.2 +N.sub.3)F by counting N.sub.3 rows from A.sub.2, where N.sub.3 is a third known multiplying integer, and so on.

Abstract: A greeting card with a receipt for recording a monetary gift. The greeting card preferably includes a detachable receipt for collecting similar receipts for various information retrieval purposes.

Abstract: A C-fold mailer having a return envelope, booklet insert or both is disclosed. The mailer is formed from a relatively large web sheet having two transverse fold lines that separate the sheet into three rectangular sections. Discrete strips of heat seal glue or other adhesive are applied along sections of the edges of one side of the web. In addition, the web is printed with mailing and promotional information and lines of weakness, e.g., perforations, are selectively scored across the web. Furthermore, inserts such as a booklet and return envelop may be included in the mailer.

Abstract: A signature equipped publication which has bound in to the interior thereof a personalized envelope assembly having at least one insert.

Abstract: A single multipurpose tuck label/form is provided and is imprinted with only a single pass of a printer. The multipurpose tuck label/form includes a label ply and a liner ply, both having respective first and second sides. The first side of the liner ply contacts the second side of the label ply and includes a release coating thereon. Through a unique placement of the release coating on the liner ply and pattern-coated adhesive on the label ply, the tuck label/form can be imprinted in a single pass through a computer-driven printer and may be used without the need for any die cuts to be made on the liner ply.

Abstract: A business form intermediate comprises a sheet that is Z-folded first about first and second fold lines to define an outgoing mailer. The business form has first, second and third panels with an outgoing address area on the first face of the third panel, and an O.P.A.S. patch on the first face of the first panel. The patch obscures a PIN number or other confidential information underneath it. Pressure seal adhesive formed along the margins of the paper sheet of the intermediate holds the panels together once Z-folded. Masking is applied on panel faces as necessary in order to obscure all interior information of the mailer. A reply mailer may be constructed from the second and third panels using a window in the third panel overlying reply address indicia on the second panel first face and rewettable adhesive strips on the second panel first face.

Abstract: A business form is provided that can be readily attached to, and then detached from (without adhesive residue remaining on it) an appliance or packaging for an appliance. The business form can have warranty and/or service contract information printed on it. The form includes first, second and third plies, the third ply sandwiched between the first and second plies, with adhesive for attaching the plies together along their peripheral edges. A reply envelope is nested within and between the plies, and a pattern of readily removable adhesive is disposed on the outer face of the second ply. The adhesive is preferably provided by transfer tape, which includes a substrate, with permanent adhesive on the opposite face from the readily removable adhesive, and with the permanent adhesive covered by release paper.

Abstract: A combination printed sheet and stamps that may be a direct mailer or a book of stamps comprising a sheet of imprintable material of substantially uniform thickness and including a first or stamp portion and a second self-mailer or stamp book cover portion, an adhesive coating on one side of the sheet and printed indicia on the other side thereof. The second portion of the sheet is foldable along a medial fold line to position the two segments thereof into superposed relation and the adhesive coating is activatable to secure the segments together to provide the thickness and stiffness necessary for the second portion to serve as a self-mailer or as a stamp book cover.

Abstract: A sheet of foldable material has four panels, separated from each other by parallel folds with a pocket for storing receipts being formed by folding the lower two panels together. The sheet has adhesive along two or more edges or on tabs projecting from the edges for sealing the folded sheet when creating the pocket. The upper and center panels have a business form such as an expense report that corresponds to the stored receipts. The form may have overlaid on it one or more detachable sheets of self-duplicating paper, such as carbon paper or "carbonless paper," for forming duplicates of the business form. When the form is complete the panels are folded over each other and sealed with adhesive strips along the sides of the sheet. The folded sheet and accompanying receipts may be mailed to the appropriate recipient or location for entry into an accounting system.

Abstract: A return mail piece includes a generally rectangular sheet of material with a delimited mailing address zone, a bar code zone in the lower right corner of the sheet, and a subclassification zone in the upper left hand corner of the sheet. Site location indicia is printed within the mailing address zone to identify the address of the site location. Separate subclassification indicia is printed within the subclassification zone so as to identify one of a plurality of end locations as the site location.

Abstract: A stationery sheet having labels removably attached thereto by pressure-sensitive adhesive. The sheet may be sent through a laser printer or other printing equipment for the purpose of printing indicia on the sheet and the label. After the sheet exits the printer, the labels may be peeled off the sheet and attached to a letter or some other document. A release coating may be applied to the sheet at the areas where the labels are attached to facilitate peeling the labels from the sheet. A high temperature, stable, pressure-sensitive adhesive is used to facilitate passing the sheet through high temperature printers.

Abstract: A comprehension golf scorecard consisting of ROWS (19) for entering par-relative scores with or without pencil and ROW (10) for entering traditional gross scores or par-relative scores with pencil. SCRIBE-IN AREAS (2B), (6B), (13A), (15A), (16B) and PUNCH-OUT AREAS (2A), (6A), (6B), and (16B) provide a means for entry of scoring and identification data via the use of a golf tee or any scribe device. Scorecard is formatted to provide said comprehensive data and scores for up to four players on one card that will fit into a golfer's shirt or pants pocket. Punch-out scores and data are formatted so that scorecard is capable of being scored by electronic scanning and recording device.

Abstract: The overcoat emulsion for protection a carbon spot or other image transfer medium against smudging is made from a polyethylene wax emulsion. In addition, a stilt such as wheat starch may be added to the emulsion to improve the pressure absorbing qualities of the overcoat. In addition, a surfactant may be added to the emulsion to improve the wettability characteristics of the emulsion when being applied to a substrate such as a paper ply of a mailer.

Abstract: A promotional note page includes a first page portion having space for writing notes, a second page portion in the form of a business card, and a separation line for separating the first page portion from the second page portion. Letterhead notation along at least one edge of the first page portion is preferably provided. The line of separation is preferably a series of perforations. At least one flap portion may be provided, having a line of separation for separating and/or folding the flap portion from the rest of the note page. The line of separation is preferably a series of perforations. At least one line may be provided on the first portion to guide handwriting thereon. Alternatively, at least one stripe on the first portion to guide handwriting on it may be provided. Another option is at least one tab portion which can be folded over to increase thickness for securing a fastener and for aiding alignment of an attachment.

Abstract: A method of making a label-equipped sheet and product wherein the label is die-cut from base stock constituting the sheet and held in place by a pressure-sensitive adhesive-equipped release liner, the web patch constituting the release liner having a pattern of coatings thereon including a first pattern of release material so as to leave an uncoated perimeter and thereafter overcoated with pressure-sensitive adhesive.

Abstract: A magazine is provided with an insert which can be utilized as a return mailer. The insert can be stapled or glued in place when the plies of the magazine are assembled together and includes a multi-ply portion in another part of the magazine. The multi-ply portion has a pocket which contains one or more inserts and has a flap which can close over the pocket so that, when removed, the multi-ply portion can be used as a return mailer.

Abstract: An article is disclosed for displaying a machine readable character having a predetermined location for receiving a manually marked character and an indicia which is not machine readable formed at the predetermined location. The indicia is formed in a guide pattern capable of being selectively traced manually with a machine recognizable marking material in a plurality of differing traced conformations over respectively differing portions of the guide pattern for selectively producing a corresponding plurality of differing machine readable characters. The guide pattern of the indicia may be arranged for selective formation of the traced conformations in the form of differing numerals or letters.

Abstract: A mailing piece comprising the usual envelope enclosing a legible text. To induce the recipient to open the envelope and read the text, the envelope has a window (18) at which there is a manually operable actuator for a device which generates an audible message.

Abstract: A mailing device and method including a bar coded return label removably mounted to the original communication, but attachable to a return envelope supplied by the recipient. An original document includes a letterhead having the label removably mounted thereto which duplicates the identity of the sender in both written and bar coded data appearing beneath the label on the letterhead. The label includes self-adhesive allowing the label to be removed from the document and mounted to a return envelope identifying the original sender. The removable stickers may be shaped as a business card and arranged in a vertical stack. Account indicia are printed on the label for payment of document delivery fees, such as postal fees, by the sender. Instructions are set forth on the sticker backing.

Abstract: A multi-sheet overlay is placed over a basic television programs listing. Two of the sheets of the overlay are removably adhered together, one sheet being a transparent sheet and the other being a non-transparent sheet. The non-transparent sheet is selectively kiss-cut so that select sections of the non-transparent sheet may be removed to expose corresponding sections of the transparent sheet and reveal selected sections of the television programs listing. Data is printed on a sheet of the overlay relating to a television system the differs from the basic television listing. By selectively removing kiss-cut sections on the overlay, multiple bits of data may be combined to provide a television programs listing for a television system differing from the system represented in the basic television programs listing.

Abstract: The image transfer medium, such as a carbon spot or microcapsule type of medium is provided with a protective overcoat which precludes smudging of an insert ply within the mailer form due to the rubbing of the face of the mailer form. The overcoat serves to preclude or greatly reduce an image transfer under a transversely applied rubbing force while allowing transfer of an image under impact force.

Abstract: Apparatus for printing, folding, and sealing a one-piece form sheet to prepare a self-mailer. The apparatus includes a substantially conventional printer, which may be a laser printer, suitable for use with a personal computer. The printer is mounted above and outputs printed form sheets downwards to a folder sealer for folding and sealing to prepare a self-mailer. The folder sealer includes a folder having a central and peripheral rollers and curved, one-sided, open buckle chutes for folding the form sheet and delivering it to a transport which extends under the printer. The folder sealer also includes moistening apparatus for moistening areas on the form sheet to which a remoistenable glue has been applied.

Abstract: A combination printed sheet and stamps that may be a direct mailer or a book of stamps comprising a sheet of imprintable material of substantially uniform thickness and including a first or stamp portion and a second self-mailer or stamp book cover portion, an adhesive coating on one side of the sheet and printed indicia on the other side thereof. The second portion of the sheet is foldable along a medial fold line to position the two segments thereof into superposed relation and the adhesive coating is activatable to secure the segments together to provide the thickness and stiffness necessary for the second portion to serve as a self-mailer or as a stamp book cover.