Abstract: The present application discloses a book form picture or document holder. It consists of a pair of binder covers the front of which is a picture frame and the back a rigid flat which includes support and artwork. A length of thread that is nearly invisible links a plurality of pages in a manner that avoids page by page turning when in use. An automatic method of display of successive pages of a document using this invention is also disclosed and would be of use in document displays.

Abstract: The present application discloses a wearable urinary incontinence collector. It consists of a pair of bags designed and shaped to be worn on the inside thighs of an individual appropriately strapped to the legs. A frontal web covers the groin area and supports the bags in connection with a suitable array of straps. The arrangement is virtually leak-proof and inconspicuous when worn while standing, sitting, or lying.

Abstract: A sealed container with a movable weight therein is eccentrically mounted within a light rollable object on a guideway. Liquid mercury, powered metal, or metal pellets or spheres would move within the container to shift the center of gravity. Maintaining the center of gravity of the weight to the uphill side of a vertical extension of the tangent between the rolling object and the guideway will enable the rolling object to return uphill after rolling down within a limit, thereby seeming to defy the law of gravity.

Abstract: A spring-actuated plunger in an elongated tube imparts a directional force to a spongy projectile. A gravity release pin for cocking the plunger permits rapid firing. A loading magazine with a releasable spring-loaded ball permits either gravity or manual loading. Dye-impregnated projectiles stun rather than injure would-be attackers and leave an imprint not visible to the naked eye.

Abstract: There is disclosed in the present application a foldable picture window storm window. It consists of a frame whose lower and upper sections are made to swivel such that the storm window can be folded, easily transported and stored; yet, does not adversely affect the view.

Abstract: There is disclosed in the present application a rain shield detachably mountable on an automobile. The shield is a preferably flat, flexible, elongated member of metal or plastic. Also disclosed, are clips or means for attaching the shield to the roof trough or side.

Abstract: There is disclosed in the present application a folding guide including a middle panel and two outer hinged flaps designed in such a way that when the outer flaps are alternately folded and retracted, a sheet of paper nested on the folder, is folded and ready to put in an envelope.

Abstract: There is disclosed in the present application a toy in the form of a doll or statue representing a human figure, including a body and a head which is completely separable from the body. The head is contoured and balanced in such a way that when displaced downwardly from its normal at rest position atop the body, it rolls back upwardly to its normal position, seemingly in defiance of gravity. The movement of the head toward its normal position is accomplished by one or more weights embedded in the head, which provide the necessary torque to cause it to move upwardly to its position on the shoulders.

Abstract: A resin purger which reliably determines when purging is completed and prnts humid air from re-entering the purged material. A sealed container has an inlet valve attached to a source of inert purge gas and an outlet valve. A diffuser is connected to the outlet valve to screen the exit gas from the container. A probe sensor detects the amount of oxygen in the exit gas and indicates when purging is complete.

Abstract: There is disclosed in the present application an identification badge holder made of a single piece of transparent plastic sheet folded so as to enclose and protect one or two cards which are visible from both sides of the holder. The present holder includes an integral flap having a sawtooth shaped edge and inwardly bent corners to retain the badge on a wearer's clothing and is sufficiently thin, flexible and compact to be carried in owner's wallet.

Abstract: A wire cutter having a pair of partially overlapping blade-shaped jaws pivotally connected, each jaw having an operating handle, a pin in one jaw blade being received in a slot in the other jaw blade to limit the pivotal movement, a plurality of holes in said jaw blades, said holes being countersunk in the outer surface of one of said blades, said holes being in alignment when said handles are in the maximum open position for the insertion of a wire to be cut, said holes in non-alignment when said handles are squeezed, thereby permitting said blades to cut wire, and a spring between said handles to return said handles to the open position.

Abstract: A chimney cleaning apparatus for the removal of soot from chimneys and flue pipes. The apparatus includes permanently installed brackets, pulleys and cords and an adjustable frame supporting a sandbag scraping means and a soot collection bag attached to said frame for each cleaning. The apparatus functions upwardly and downwardly using the cord and pulley system, such that the operator may clean the chimney from its interior base opening.

Abstract: This invention relates to a drilling apparatus which is specially designed to facilitate accurate drilling within close quarters, such as about one-half inch or less, of another surface, for example drilling close to the corner of a wall. The drilling apparatus of this invention may be operated either manually or by power means.

Abstract: This invention relates to new and improved apparatus for scoring duplicate bridge. The apparatus comprises in combination a score sheet, a jacket for the score sheet which is removably attachable to a rectangular receptacle for holding the cards and known as "the board", and a score board which includes means for readily securing the score sheets thereto in shingled or overlapping relationship.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method and a portable apparatus for testing the hardness of thin film plastics. The basic apparatus comprises a base stand including a platform for the sample to be tested, an indenter consisting of a pointed shaft in conjunction with a weight, and a dial gauge.