Patents by Inventor Jacob Labe, III

Jacob Labe, III has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 4074827
    Abstract: A closure for a container. The closure includes a base member having a central portion and a peripheral flange and a cover member also having a central portion and a peripheral flange. The cover member is adapted to be releasably secured to the base member such that when secured a cavity is formed between the respective members. The cavity is adapted for holding products, e.g., premiums or advertising material therein. Alternatively, a game or amusement device can be disposed within the cavity. To that end, in one embodiment of the invention the base member includes at least one recess and at least one ball adapted to fit within the recess to provide a game of skill. Means are provided, such as a cross-cut in the closure to enable a straw to be extended therethrough and into the container with the closure in place. A marginal portion is provided in one embodiment on the flange of the cover member to facilitate the separation of the cover member from the base member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 1976
    Date of Patent: February 21, 1978
    Inventor: Jacob Labe, III