Patents Examined by Hakomaki J.
  • Patent number: 4756106
    Abstract: The message holder comprises an envelope-like case which is preferably in the form of an elongated, open-faced sheath having a slot at one end thereof through which a plate-like message carrier can be bayoneted into the pocket of the sheath. A releasable detainer such as a tab on the one end portion of the sheath, operate to retain the carrier in the pocket while a message on the same is displayed through the opening in the face of the sheath. Meanwhile, a plurality of adhesive pads on the backside of the sheath enable it to be secured to a surface of a vehicle, to serve as a holder for bumper sticker-type messages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 1986
    Date of Patent: July 12, 1988
    Inventor: Philip H. Foster
  • Patent number: 4716915
    Abstract: A cosmetic device. The device includes a hand held carrying case which is shaped and dimensioned to be concealed on the person and to conceal a hair brush, hair spray reservoir and mirror within the carrying case. The hair spray reservoir and hair brush can be extended from the carrying case such that an individual can readily hold and manipulate the carrying case with one hand to brush his hair, to operate the spray reservoir, and to view his head and hair in the mirror.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 1985
    Date of Patent: January 5, 1988
    Inventor: Wm. Robert Burns