Abstract: This invention is a composition of matter and method of preparing the same. More specifically the present invention is a medicated vapor candle consisting of a homogenous mixture having approximately three parts petroleum jelly containing the active ingredients of camphor, menthol and eucalyptus, melted and mixed with four parts candle wax. The active ingredients, by volume, of approximately 5% camphor, 2.5% menthol and 1.2% eucalyptus oil.

Abstract: An ice cooler for storing and refrigerating caught fish has a removable top lid provided with an insert having separated teeth to seal the lid and thereby the cooler. The teeth retentively engage the body of a hooked fish disposed tail-first therewith preparatory to the fish being unhooked by a fisherman for the fish's own downward movement through the engaging teeth and into the cooler by the fish's own force of gravity. The teeth have their own memory to spring-back to re-seal and close the lid upon cessation of physical contact with the fish.

Abstract: An adhesive insect trapping device having an elongated handle being fixedly attached to a flat plate member whereon a sheet of adhesive material is attached is disclosed. The plate member includes a foldable cover member being hingeably attached thereto so as to be secured in coplanar relation in an open position of the device. In the open position a sheet of adhesive material is arranged thereon to allow an insect to be adhesively captured on the device. The plate and cover members are foldable to a closed position wherein the adhesive sheet is folded 180.degree. onto itself thereby entrapping the insect in an envelope formed from the adhesive sheet material for disposal. In one embodiment the insect trapping device is manually folded to contain the captured insect. In an alternative embodiment the insect trapping device is automatically folded by a trigger actuated spring mechanism which folds the device to capture the insect.

Abstract: A weather resistant golf club cover configured to enclose the rear golf club compartment of a conventional golf cart is disclosed. The cover is fabricated from a water repellent material such as nylon and includes a rectangular back panel, a pair of generally rectangular side panels being fixedly attached along the lateral edges of the back panel and disposed in perpendicular relation thereto, and a rectangular top panel being disposed intermediate the top edge portions of the side panels and adjacent the top edge of the back panel and disposed at an inclined angle in relation to the back panel. The adjoining peripheral edges of the component panels are secured by sewing or other suitable means to form the completed cover. The weather resistant cover is provided with quick-connect/disconnect fasteners which are attached to the rear roof supporting posts of the golf cart without requiring modification of the same.

Abstract: This invention is a simple and yet efficient device for mooring vessels that floats up and down with the tide on vertical piling which maintains both ends of a mooring line at approximately the same height from the water. This is accomplished by providing a stainless steel cage with upper and lower rings with interior diameters larger than the diameter of the piling. These rings are connected by a plurality of risers. A bail or other securing means is used to secure the end of a mooring line. A bend is provided in each of the risers near the bottom ring so that the risers project outwardly. A floating means having an interior diameter smaller than the diameter of a plane passing through the bends in the risers is slipped over the lower ring and wedges on the risers so that the mooring device can rise and fall with the tide.

Abstract: A method for composting organic waste materials utilizing aerobic and anaerobic decomposition processes simultaneously is disclosed. The method of the present invention is carried out by forming a compost pile of organic waste material which will decompose aerobically by microbes indigenous to the waste material. A cavity of predetermined size is formed within the compost heap and filled with alternating layers of organic waste material which will decompose anaerobically followed by a layer of waste material which will decompose aerobically until the cavity is filled. The parameters of the decomposition processes including temperature, water content, aeration, and moisture percolation are monitored to ensure that adequate conditions are met for both decomposition processes to proceed simultaneously. After a predetermined time interval has passed, the organic waste materials deposited within the central cavity of the compost heap are harvested to obtain a nutrient rich, soil additive.

Abstract: A combination gun rest, pivoting hunting stool, and wading stick device particularly for use by duck hunting enthusiasts is disclosed. This multi-function apparatus includes a ground-engaging gun rest which independently supports a shot gun or rifle in a generally upright position. A duck hunter's stool including a cross-shaped base support with a ground-engaging member and a detachable seat member provide the hunter with a 360.degree. field of view from a seated position. The seat member is provided with suitable hardware to permit it to be stored on the tubular support member of the stool. The gun support is inserted within the tubular support member of the stool and locked in position such that the entire assembly functions as a wading stick to assist the hunter in maintaining balance when walking through a wetland or shallow water environment. The present device is lightweight and compact for convenient transport and storage.

Abstract: A trash container lifting device adapted for attachment to a motor vehicle for lifting and transporting a filled trash container to a remote site for pickup is disclosed. The lifting device includes a supporting frame which is attached to the motor vehicle, such as a pickup truck, without tools or attaching hardware. The supporting frame is mechanically coupled to an articulating frame for engaging a trash container on the ground surface and lifting it with a manual lever to a raised position for transport by the vehicle. A plurality of extension springs extend between the supporting frame and the articulating frame to provide the user with a mechanical advantage in lifting a loaded container which would otherwise be an unmanageable task for a single individual. The lifting device is adaptable to trash containers of various sizes and configurations with minor modifications.

Abstract: A method of applying outwardly disposed images to the interior surfaces of transparent and opaque enclosures with limited interior access includes preparing the image to be interiorally mounted in the enclosure, at least partially rolling the image, inserting the rolled imaged through the access, unrolling the image, and adhering the image to the inside surface of the enclosure with liquid adhesive.

Abstract: An improved hand-held hose spray for kitchen faucets includes interchangeable cleaning accessories for providing scouring, scrubbing, wiping and rinsing functions in the cleansing of kitchen articles and utensils concurrent with the operation and manipulation of the hose spray, eliminating the need for the user to release or replace the hose spray during the cleansing cycle.

Abstract: This invention is a method of preventing freezer burn on frozen foods over an extended period of time. This is accomplished by providing a triple seal to prevent the ingress of ambient air through the seals into the interior of the storage bag which causes freezer burn. This is accomplished by providing an outer liquid impervious interlocking reclosable seal and a second liquid impervious interlocking reclosable inner seal adjacent and parallel to the outer seal. When food is placed in the storage bag, the inner seal is closed, water is put in the mouth of the storage bag above the sealed inner seal and below the open outer seal. The outer seal is then closed forming a triple seal closure that completely eliminates any possibility of ambient air entering into the interior of the storage bag.

Abstract: A power take-off release mechanism for automatically disengaging a power take-off unit and accessory equipment powered thereby is disclosed. The power take-off release mechanism interconnects a clutch foot pedal mechanism of a vehicle having a manual transmission to a throw out arm on the power take-off unit. The power take-off unit includes a mechanical cable linkage which functions to engage the power take-off unit in a conventional manner. Thereafter, whenever the manual clutch foot pedal is depressed to put the vehicle in gear under normal driving conditions, the power take-of mechanism of the present invention is automatically actuated to disengage the power take-off unit thereby preventing the same from being operated at higher engine revolutions under normal driving conditions. In one embodiment, the power take-off release mechanism includes a mechanical cable linkage that interconnects the clutch foot pedal with the mechanical throw out arm on the power take off unit.

Abstract: This invention is a multi-function pet collar having a fastener for attaching the collar about an animal's neck. The collar conceals an extensible cover which serves to protect the animal during inclement weather. This multi-layered cover includes an outer weather-proof layer of sheet plastic and an inner layer of cloth or thermal insulated material. The cover is secured about the animal's mid section with a tie strap that is passed through a waistband formed in the cover. The outer layer may also include light reflective strips positioned in predetermined locations to provide enhanced night visibility and protection from injury by motorists. The inner cloth layer may be provided with flea and parasite repellent strips to provide enhanced parasite protection while the animal is outdoors. The cover may be compactly folded and stored in a fabric pouch that is integrally formed with the collar. The fabric pouch is provided with velcro closures or other suitable fasteners to secure the cover within.

Abstract: A kite accessory release system for dropping toy projectiles and related items from a kite during flight is disclosed. The system includes a kite accessory release device comprised of a generally rectangular sheet of a deformable rubber material having at least one expandable slot formed therein to receive a release tab formed on each of the toy projectiles. The release device is deformable when stretched linearly so as to open the slot retaining the toy projectile and to allow it to fall by gravity from the device during flight of the kite. The release device is adaptable for use with various toy projectiles of different configurations such as toy bombs, airplanes, missiles, gyrocoptors, and parachutes.

Abstract: A boat loading guidance device including an array of indicator lamps which signals the boat operator when a boat has been maneuvered into correct longitudinal alignment with a submerged boat trailer. In the preferred embodiment a pair of actuating arms are angularly disposed to form a V-shape and adapted to engage the bow of a boat at the forward end of the boat trailer. Upon contact with the bow of a boat, the actuating arms close an associated switch passing electrical current by a plurality of circuits to either a port or starboard indicator lamp informing the boat operator of the direction in which the boat must be maneuvered into correct alignment with the trailer. In one embodiment, the boat loading guidance device is adapted to receive power from the battery of a towing vehicle by way of an existing trailer wiring harness. In an alternative embodiment, the device is self-powered by a plurality of dry cell batteries for supplying electric power to the lamp circuits.

Abstract: An improved footwear traction device designed to provide enhanced traction for the wearer while walking on ice, snow, and other slippery surfaces without causing damage to finished floors and carpeting is disclosed. The footwear traction device includes an elastic member having releasable engaging member for attaching the device about the sole and instep of the wearer's shoe. The traction device includes a reversible, frictional component fabricated from a hygroscopic fibrous material which is instantaneously frozen when the water-laden frictional component is placed into direct contact with an icy surface thereby temporarily freezing the wearer's shoe to the icy surface to provide improved traction. The frictional component is constructed to include an interrupted, ribbed pattern on the ground engaging surface thereof which is disposed transversely to the direction of walking so as to provide a measure of mechanical resistance to slippage on surfaces which are not completely frozen.

Abstract: A paper fastening device for securing a stack of papers in superposed relation without creasing or deformation of the papers is disclosed. The paper fastening device includes a flexible body portion comprising a pair of generally flat, members which are interconnected by flexible hinges such that stacks of paper of variable thicknesses can be inserted therebetween. A clamping member is integrally formed with the body portion and adapted for pivoting movement so as to compress the body portion against the stack of papers and retain them in the clamping member under spring tension. In one embodiment, the device is fabricated entirely from a sheet of flexible plastic material and folded into its function configuration. In this version a conventional steel binder clip is disposed within the clamping member to provide the spring tension for the clamping member. In an alternative embodiment the entire device is molded from a thermoplastic material in its completed configuration.

Abstract: An improved automobile racing board game including a game board having a race track thereon comprising a plurality of contiguous lanes with a start/finish line and winner's circle is disclosed. Player game pieces resembling racing cars are provided for marking each player's position on the track during play. At least one score chart is provided for recording the number of laps completed by each player during the game. Players select game pieces as desired and the order of play is established by drawing from a plurality of qualifying cards having speed indicia thereon with the player having the highest speed receiving the "pole position" at the starting line inside lane. Play alternates among the players with the quantity of each move being determined by chance including standard dice and another supplemental die. The supplemental chance die provides some advantage or set back to the player who opts to utilize it.

Abstract: A ventilated seat cushion detachably connectable to a source of forced air within a motor vehicle to provide cooling and heating of an occupant of the seat cushion is disclosed. The present seat cushion is connectable to a source of forced air by a flexible air hose which is in fluid communication with an air intake manifold internally of the cushion that distributes forced air through a series of perforated plastic tubing members. The forced air is discharged through a plurality of vents formed through the outer layers of the cushion so as to be delivered directly to those portions of the seat occupant in contact with the cushion. In one embodiment the ventilated seat cushion is constructed as an after-market device for detachable connection to the heating and/or air conditioning outlets of the motor vehicle. In an alternative embodiment the present seat cushion is permanently integrated into the understructure of the motor vehicle seat at the time of manufacture.