Abstract: A palette dispenser having an aperture in the center thereof in which aperture is attached the nozzle of a container of paste-like or viscous material which material is squeezed out of the container through the nozzle and onto a palette base. In its storage mode a cover member is positioned over the aperture with downward pressure to flatten the material and spread it toward or beyond the outer edge of the cover member to form a layer of such material under or around the cover member for preventing the drying of the remaining material under the cover member near the aperture in the palette base. Supports are provided to dispose the palette base at various angles. Further embodiments of the dispenser can accommodate a plurality of containers of material and provide an enlarged mixing area of the palette base.

Abstract: A kind of compound-integrated-bottle-body with multi-functions includes of an integrated bottle body, a spray device and a driver, in which the integrated bottle body further includes a first bottle body at the bottom and a second bottle body at the top, which can play their own role respectively and be connected to each other by screws. The receiving threaded head disposed at the bottom of the spray device is connected to a protrusion thread of the small opening of the second bottle body by screws. Also there is one straw extended into the second bottle body to suck water. The connecting groove of the spray device is connected to the click-on plug of the driver. And also, its spray nozzle at the front side is connected to the spray pipe by screws, which is connected to the driver fixedly. While the output axle of driving parts in the driver can be either connected to the electrical fan head or the massage ball head.

Abstract: A cosmetics container is provided having a housing (1) which is coverable by a cap (2). The housing protectively contains a cosmetic or medicinal preparation such as a lipstick or ointment which can be extruded for application to the skin. In solid lipsticks, problems often arise as a result their temperature-dependent characteristics. To avoid such problems, the container of the invention is for use with a pumpable fluid preparation in the form of a paste or viscous liquid. The container acts as a dispenser, having a push-button actuator (10, 20') operable to pump the preparation in a skin contact element (31) with an applicator surface (32) and a dispensing valve (33). In a particularly useful embodiment, the skin applicator surface (31) is arranged in a plane which is inclined in relation to a longitudinal axis (x--x) of the housing (1).

Abstract: A comb and dispenser unit for grooming hair or fur. The unit includes a reservoir having an outwardly flared base with a flat bottom surface upon which the reservoir can be stably stored. A handle portion is coupled to the reservoir and includes a pliable pump actuator in communication with the reservoir and a nozzle. A comb is coupled to the handle portion and has comb teeth extending away from the handle portion in planes substantially parallel to a plane defined by preferred actuation of the pump actuator. A nozzle is contained in a nozzle portion coupled to the comb portion for spraying a fluid pumped from the reservoir into the hair or fur being groomed. The nozzle sprays fluid above the engagement points of the comb teeth and the hair or fur.

Abstract: The mouthwash dispensing device includes a frame having first and second reservoirs secured thereto, the first reservoir having a first port and the second reservoir having a second port, the first and second reservoirs adapted to contain mouthwash therein. A valve assembly is associated with the first and second reservoirs for selectively gating the first and second ports. An actuating assembly is associated with the valve for opening and closing the ports to release mouthwash from the reservoirs in response to user manipulation. The frame is adapted to store both drinking cups and a bottle of mouthwash therein. A locking cover is provided to restrict access to the stored cups and mouthwash.

Abstract: A combined paper towel and hand soap dispenser for a public washroom includes a base that is adapted to be mounted to a surface in a public washroom, a paper towel dispensing mechanism, a hand soap dispensing mechanism, and a cover that is mounted to the base. The cover defines an interior space in which the paper towel dispensing mechanism and the hand soap dispensing mechanisms are positioned. The cover is mounted to the base so as to be movable between an open position for refilling the system with hygienic product and a closed, operative dispensing position. Water channeling structure is positioned between the base and the cover to channel water that may fall between the cover and the base away from the interior space. As a result, the dispensing mechanisms and any product therein will be prevented from getting wet during custodial cleaning.

Abstract: A snow removal push board and snow barrow. More specifically, the invention is a snow push board made up of a generally rectangular board with handles on one side and a scraping edge directly opposite the handles. The push board is operated by grasping the handles in front of the waist and allowing the board to be on an approximately forty-five degree incline from the user's waist to the ground while pushing the scraping edge along the ground. The snow barrow includes a board having a scraping edge and generally triangular sides. The snow barrow has handles for the user to grasp and push the barrow with two large wheels in the rear and two smaller wheels in the front of the barrow for maneuvering. The snow barrow also has structure for dispensing salt using either a vertical pinwheel or track dispersement axles in between the rear wheels of the barrow. The amount of salt dispensed can be controlled by adjusting a gauge.

Abstract: An enclosure is provided having a first recessed portion for housing a public telephone, and a second recessed portion for housing at least one foodstuff vending machine that is receivable therein. A door-like protective wall is hingedly connected to a side edge of the second recessed portion for substantially enclosing and protecting the foodstuff vending machine. The vending machine is detachably connected to the back side of the door-like protective wall to facilitate access thereto. The protective wall includes a transparent window for displaying the contents of the foodstuff vending machine which is easily replaceable in the event of vandalism. Additionally, the foodstuff vending machine includes a horizontally oriented metering wheel with a single metering recess to make maximum use of the limited depth afforded by the second recessed portion.

Abstract: This invention relates to solar power systems for self-contained fueling stations. More particularly, this invention concerns the attachment to and above such a fueling station of a post-mounted solar power system, including a solar array providing shade for a shielded box holding a battery and a power control system with a wireless-remote-controlled safety power cutoff system. Such post and solar power system may be folded down adjacent the fueling station, thus enabling easier transport of the fueling station. The safety power cutoff system includes a series of relay switches for disabling key-switch control of a fuel pump.

Abstract: Integrated organizational centers including storage areas and liquid dispensing pumps are included. A first embodiment includes a storage container with rollable door that is attached to and is located in between identical liquid pump dispensing containers. The entire device is mounted on rubber pads allowing it to be portable and movable to desirable locations along side sinks in kitchens and bathrooms by rubber mounting pads and the like. The pump dispensing containers can dispense liquids such as liquid soaps and hand and moisturizing lotions. A second embodiment includes a similar arrangement of components except that the door is comprised of double exterior opening doors with mirrors on the inside portion of the walls. The second embodiment can use the same liquids in addition to shampoos and conditioners where the device itself can be permanently mounted to the interior wall of a shower by double sided tape and the like.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for dispensing liquid cleaning substances and is particularly useful for dispensing dishwashing detergents. The device is formed with a base and a means for supporting a liquid detergent container above the base. This support may take the form of an encircling wall that defines an enclosure for a pump style detergent container having a laterally projecting spout mounted in its mouth, or an upright stanchion that holds a detergent container at an elevated level above the base. In either event the device is provided with a concave, upwardly facing liquid detergent receptacle located atop the base and directly beneath the dispensing orifice of the liquid detergent container. A sponge support is formed atop the liquid detergent receptacle. The sponge support may include a mesh screen and is hinged relative to the base to rotate about a horizontal axis.

Abstract: A liquid container paper towel holder apparatus has a liquid container having an enlarged hollow base and an elongated hollow neck extending from the base. The elongated neck has an open end having external threads adjacent to the open end. A roll of paper towels having a hollow center, such as a paper board tube, is positioned over the liquid container neck and supported at one end on the enlarged hollow base. A spray top having a hand pump and a threaded lid is attached to the elongated neck by threading the lid onto the neck threads. The lid has an extension tube extending therethrough the hollow neck into the enlarged base. The spray top holds the paper towels onto the liquid container at the opposite end from the base. A liquid container may be a molded polymer container having a trigger actuated spray pump attached thereto.

Abstract: An arcuately-formed reservoir, having collapsible, accordion-pleated sides, provides a supply of drinking water which, also, serves as a weighting medium. A compliant sheathing is used to enclose the reservoir therewithin. A pair of sheathed reservoirs are carried on the wrists of a jogger or runner. The reservoir has a closure cap, with a water-dispensing control valve therein, and the sheathing has an aperture formed therein through which the cap and valve protrude.

Abstract: An improved plug structure for aquarium fish food containers is disclosed. The plug of this invention has two depressions for receiving a detachable tap and a detachable spoon respectively. The tap is pivoted to the spoon and easily opened by a one touch motion. Both the spoon and the tap can be easily separated from the plug body at the same time. The above plug thus allows the fixed amount of food to be taken out of the food container thereby saving food. The plug also prevents food from dropping when measuring the fixed amount of food using the spoon.

Abstract: A receiving side handle is provided for receiving and supporting a liquid rubbing compound dispenser from a hand-held buffing machine of the type having a threaded side handle bore. The receiving side handle is interchangeable with original equipment threaded side handles. In this way, the receiving side handle retrofits hand-held buffing machines to enable a buffing machine operator to dispense liquid rubbing compound on a surface while maintaining an uninterrupted grip on a retrofitted buffing machine. The receiving side handle includes a handle frame attached to a threaded rod for mounting the handle frame to a hand-held buffing machine. In addition, the receiving side handle includes a coupling structure defined by a portion of the handle frame, the coupling structure being provided for receiving and coupling a liquid compound dispenser to the handle frame.

Abstract: A container for viscous fluids or materials, such as wall patching compound includes a hollow, flexible, tubular body having a spreading knife mounted to an end thereof. The container includes a nozzle on an opposite end of the tubular body through which the contents of the container are expelled. The container may include a cap on the end of the body at the nozzle for covering the nozzle. The cap may be hinged to the container to permit "one-handed" use of the container to, for example, open the container, expel or squeeze out the material in the container, close the container, and spread the material over an associated surface, such as a wall.

Abstract: A C-clamp assembly has a fixed handle, a circular holding seat disposed in a front of the fixed handle, a driving handle inserted in an interior of the fixed handle, a push rod passing through the circular holding seat and the fixed handle transversely, a movable jaw disposed in a front end of the push rod, a generally C-shaped frame extending from the circular holding seat transversely, an elastic clamp device positioned on the generally C-shaped frame, and a fixed jaw disposed on a front end of the generally C-shaped frame.

Abstract: A comb comprises a head, a combing portion, a spraying device, a massaging device, and a head shield fastened with the head. The combing portion is fastened with the underside of the head and is provided with a plurality of combing teeth. The spraying device comprises a container for holding therein hair spray and a dispensing apparatus for dispensing hair spray. The massaging device comprises a motor, an eccentric cam and batteries. The vibration force of the eccentric cam in motion is transmitted to the combing teeth to provide hair with a massaging effect.

Abstract: A water emitting toy that includes a toy shield which deflects water directed at the end user of the toy. The shield is coupled to a nozzle, a pump and a fluid reservoir. The toy also has a trigger that can be depressed to emit a stream of water from the nozzle. The nozzle, pump and reservoir can be incorporated into the toy shield so that the shield both emits water and deflects an incoming stream of water. The toy shield preferably has a transparent window so that the end user can view the opponent while protecting the user's head. As an alternate embodiment, the pump and nozzle may be incorporated into a separate gun unit that is coupled to a reservoir located within the shield. The end user can emit a stream of water with the toy gun while deflecting water with the shield. As another embodiment, the shield may be constructed as a toy accessory which snaps onto an existing toy water gun.

Abstract: This invention discloses a cleaning assembly comprising a wet tissue, a liquid impermeable packet containing the wet tissue and a dry liquid absorbent tissue mounted onto the liquid impermeable packet.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for applying drywall compound to an irregularity in a wall surface. The drywall compound is formulated to be flowable and placed into an aerosol container with a propellant material. A valve assembly is arranged to allow or prevent fluid flow from the aerosol container. When the valve assembly is opened, the aerosol material expands to force the drywall compound out of the container. A scraper member is arranged on the container to facilitate smoothing of the drywall compound; preferably, the scraper member comprises a scraper edge that is arranged adjacent to an exit opening such that the drywall compound can be dispensed and scraped at the same time.

Abstract: Customer information display apparatus is attached to a beverage dispense tap. In one embodiment the dispense tap handle 18 is formed of or includes light transparent and/or light reflective material, a light generating means 22, 30 is attached to the tap body, or a counter fitting therefor, remote from the tap handle, and means 36, 20 are provided to direct light from the light generating means to the tap handle, whereby, in use, the tap handle can illuminate to display customer information. In another embodiment, a shield 58 is provided on the tap body 10 and/or the tap handle 40 to present an information display surface to face customers and to mask from customer view the pivotal interface 12 between the tap handle and the tap body, at least when the tap handle is in its closed position. The apparatus may be designed for attachment to existing taps with minimal or no modification.

Abstract: Integrated organizational centers including storage areas and liquid dispensing pumps are included. A first embodiment includes a storage container with rollable door that is attached to and is located in between identical liquid pump dispensing containers. The entire device is mounted on rubber pads allowing it to be portable and movable to desirable locations along side sinks in kitchens and bathrooms by rubber mounting pads and the like. The pump dispensing containers can dispense liquids such as liquid soaps and hand and moisturizing lotions. A second embodiment includes a similar arrangement of components except that the door is comprised of double exterior opening doors with mirrors on the inside portion of the walls. The second embodiment can use the same liquids in addition to shampoos and conditioners where the device itself can be permanently mounted to the interior wall of a shower by double sided tape and the like.

Abstract: Tooth brushing timer device for presenting an amusing visual representation of the time required for a child to brush his or her teeth. The timer device comprises a housing, a static character face disposed at the front of the housing, and a visual indicator disposed behind the face. The face includes an aperture at the mouth region of the face so that a teeth portion of the visual indicator is visible through the aperture. The teeth portion of the visual indicator is capable of showing a white color for representing clean teeth and a non-white color, such as off-white or yellow, for representing non-clean teeth. Preferably, the visual indicator includes an hour glass timer, a liquid crystal display or a rotary timer. When the timer device is activated, the teeth portion animates a gradual transition from a non-white color to a white color for a predetermined period of time. In addition, the timer device may stand alone or include one or more compartments for bathroom amenities.

Abstract: A compressed air safety gun for use underwater, having a handle and an elongate barrel extending therefrom, the handle including a valve therein being operable between open and closed position, by a trigger on the handle. A substantially flexible pneumatic hose connects at opposite ends between the handle and a pressurized air supply source for directing pressurized air flow to the valve in the handle, wherein operation of the trigger to open valve serves to direct the flow of pressurized air through the gun barrel and out from a distal end thereof. A coupling connectable to the distal end of the barrel is structured and disposed for attachment of various tools thereto, such as a nozzle for directing the flow of air from the barrel end.

Abstract: A sanitizing method and device for toilet facilities, comprising a liquid dispenser containing a liquid disinfectant, tissue dispenser and spray gun. The sanitizing device operation upon a toilet seat is initiated by removal of the spray gun and dispersement of disinfectant about the perimeter of a toilet seat followed by the application of tissue about the same perimeter removing the disinfectant and the disposal of the tissue and disinfectant into the toilet.

Abstract: A portable fluid dispenser that allows a person to dispense a desired amount of fluid from the top of a golf bag. The portable fluid dispenser includes a pump means that provides positive pressure which forces fluid from containers located within a pouch. The pouch can be incorporated into or retrofitted to a golf bag. The invention contains varying sized container lids which are adaptable to common beverage containers. The dispensing device may also be retrofitted into other athletic bags.

Abstract: A hand-held personal defense apparatus for protecting a user against an attacker includes a hollow housing defining an elongate handgrip. An aerosol canister of a defense fluid, such as tear gas, MACE.RTM. or (cayenne) pepper gas, and a battery-powered siren are positioned within the housing. The apparatus further includes a strike bar connected to the housing and extending forwardly in spaced relation from the handgrip so that the hand of the user may surroundingly grip the handgrip with the strike bar exposed on the outside of the hand. The strike bar serves as a visible deterrent to an attacker may be used as a defensive weapon against the attacker. The apparatus further includes a movable actuator button for selectively activating the alarm or the alarm and the canister of defense fluid.

Abstract: An improved feeding utensil which includes a container for liquid and a soft spoon shaped feeding portion which receives liquid from the container for feeding, such as for feeding an infant. A preferred embodiment has a one-way valve which functions to allow liquid to flow out from the container into a liquid delivery element, the latter including a reservoir portion for temporarily storing liquid that has passed from the container through the one-way valve, and a spoon shaped feeding portion adapted for feeding the liquid received from the reservoir portion. The liquid delivery element is constructed of soft plastic material or natural or synthetic rubber material. The flexibility of this material facilitates metering of the liquid and also provides a familiar textured feeding cup for inserting into the mouth that is being fed.

Abstract: An angle-adjustable C-clamp has a handle with an upper interior to receive a rod. The upper front edge of the handle has a couple of step-shaped front edges with two positioning posts extending forward from each front edge. The positioning posts are inserted in a rotary seat and a disk plate. The rotary seat has a central opening to receive the positioning posts. An upper and lower seat lugs are protruded upward and downward from the rotary seat, respectively. The disk plate which has a central square hole and four rectangular holes corresponding to the four positioning posts is disposed in the rotary seat. The C-shaped frame has a lobe at one end and a fixed jaw at the other end. The lobe connects the lower seat lug. The rod has a ball at front end. The rod passes through the central opening and the square hole. The ball is inserted in the socket of the movable jaw.

Abstract: A non-lethal, graded method for deterring an assailant by using a hand-held self-defense device which includes an electrical storage battery which acts as a power source, a lamp which emits a directed beam of high-intensity white light, a lamp which emits high-intensity diffuse blue light, a siren, and a source of pressurized chemical repellent. First, an intense beam of white light is directed at the eyes of the assailant; then intermittent high-intensity diffuse blue light and high-intensity sound are simultaneously emitted. If these operations prove inadequate to deter the attack, a spray of chemical repellent is discharged at the eyes of the assailant, using the beam of white light as a guide.

Abstract: A sample dispenser for dispensing a sample of a product. The dispenser includes a dispensing apparatus for dispensing the sample where the dispensing apparatus is displaceable between a stand-by position and a dispensing position in which the dispensing apparatus dispenses the sample. The dispenser also includes motorized driving apparatus for selectively driving the dispensing apparatus between its stand-by position and its dispensing position and user controlled activation apparatus for actuating the driving apparatus.

Abstract: A defense device, mounted on a wrist watch and made part of it, has a gas chamber underneath the wrist watch. The chamber, containing pressurized repellant gas, is locked to the watch with an interlocking ring between the watch and the gas chamber. The gas can be released by a user by pushing a trigger end of a pin to actuate the release of the gas at the other end, where a nozzle discharges the gas sideways in a wide spray impinging on an incoming attacker. The invention is formed to blend inconspicuously with the design of the watch, so as to prevent the incoming attacker from knowing of the device. A user of the device may pretend to read the time, while in reality releasing the repellant gas from the side of the hand to the incoming attacker. The interlocking ring has an aperture at the top to accommodate a wrist watch, and an aperture at the bottom to accept a matching gas chamber and lock it into position, ready for firing.

Abstract: An autoinflator for automatically actuating a gas cartridge upon sensing of water. The autoinflator includes a fusible link actuator assembly positioned within a longitudinal bore. The fusible link assembly includes an actuator housing with a blind link hole, an actuator cap, and a pair of retaining balls protruding from the sides of said actuator housing which engage into a corresponding slot in the longitudinal bore to retain the actuator housing in a cocked position. A slidable link, positioned within the blind link hole, includes an annular groove positioned about its circumference at a rearward portion thereof and a taper positioned at a forward position thereof. A fusible link interconnects the actuator cap and the slidable link for retaining the slidable link rearwardly in a cocked position within the blind link hole.

Abstract: A chemical irritant dispenser includes an in line nozzle, chemical canister and actuator, whereby the dispenser may held in the palm of the hand with the actuator between the thumb and forefinger and the nozzle at the heel of the hand, the dispenser further including a safety lock at the actuator end, the safety lock configured to be moved between the latched and unlatched positions by an upward movement of the thumb and the actuator configured to be operated by a forward movement of the thumb, without repositioning the dispenser in the hand.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for dispensing liquid cleaning substances and is particularly useful for dispensing dishwashing detergents. The device is formed with a base and a means for supporting a liquid detergent container above the base. This support may take the form of an encircling wall that defines an enclosure for a pump style detergent container having a laterally projecting spout mounted in its mouth, or an upright stanchion that holds a detergent container at an elevated level above the base. In either event the device is provided with a concave, upwardly facing liquid detergent receptacle located atop the base and directly beneath the dispensing orifice of the liquid detergent container. A sponge support is formed atop the liquid detergent receptacle. The sponge support may include a mesh screen and is hinged relative to the base to rotate about a horizontal axis.

Abstract: A fluid applicator includes a suction bulb, a screw cap, a finger support, an inner shaft, and an outer shaft that ends in a spatulate dispenser. The suction bulb connects with the thin tubular inner shaft, which extends throughout the applicator to terminate at a release opening in the spatulate dispenser. The suction bulb, which is preferably made of rubber or flexible plastic, has a toroidal lower lip that hooks over a complementary toroidal projection of the screw cap. The tubular inner shaft has an upper lip that projects horizontally into contact with the inside of the suction bulb and that rests on the toroidal projection of the screw cap. The screw cap, which is innerly threaded, is positioned immediately above and integral with the oblong winged member that provides finger support for a user. Also integral with the screw cap and finger supports is the outer shaft, which shields the inner tubular shaft and is configured mainly as a cylinder.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a restroom organizer and toothbrush sterilizing apparatus (1) which includes a toothbrush sterilizer (4), a toothpaste dispenser (2) a soap supplier (7a) and a control circuit (11). Various sanitizers (4, 31, 80, 100) are disclosed for disinfecting and deodorizing various articles and of the atmosphere. The invention also discloses various compartments (40, 50, 82, 84) for storing items to be sanitized.

Abstract: The invention relates to a compact, portable multiple service apparatus and method for purifying and disinfecting water from potable or non-potable water sources and dispensing ice, room temperature water, cold water, and hot water made from the purified/disinfected water in this apparatus. This apparatus is equipped to receive input water from either a direct connection to a tap water system (in home or office), or other source of water (such as a well, stream or lake), or by a bottled reservoir containing water. The apparatus employs a particulate filter, an ultraviolet water germicidal treatment unit, and a carbon-type filter (or the like). A chiller unit is used for cooling the water and storing the cooled, purified water. A heater unit is used for heating the water. A freezer unit is employed for making ice cubes from the purified water. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the air from the freezer unit is diverted to the chiller unit to chill the purified water.

Abstract: This invention relates to a case for dosing accessories adapted to be adhered to a bottle. Said case comprises a front wall, a rear wall, two side walls, an open upper end and a lower end, and presents a housing adapted to receive, at least partially, a dosing accessory received via said open upper end. The housing is delimited by the front rear and side walls, which are integral with one another. The rear wall is capable of being adhered to the bottle, and is elastically deformable to fit on bottles of different curvatures.

Abstract: A flexible liquid dispenser which may be used to hold and discharge suntan lotion, sunscreen lotion, perfume, insect repellent, or other liquids. In one embodiment the liquid dispenser is relatively flat, about 0.5 inch thick, fits in the palm of a person's hand, and may be conveniently carried in a person's pocket or hung around a person's neck by a cord or tube attached to the dispenser. The dispenser body may be made out of molded plastic and has at least one flexible wall portion which allows the dispenser body to be compressed for the purpose of discharging the liquid from the dispenser. The liquid dispenser has a rotatable cap which may be turned to open a dispensing aperture in the cap. Liquid may then be discharged through the dispensing aperture by squeezing or compressing the dispenser body.

Abstract: A self-defense device for use by a victim or intended victim of an attack or intended attack by an attacker and includes the use of an audible alarm and/or a disabling spray device which will discharge a disabling spray toward and onto the attacker. The audible alarm can be manually actuated by the victim or intended victim or automatically actuated if the self-defense device is pulled away from the victim by the attacker. The spray device is manually actuated. Automatic actuation of the audible alarm also disarms the spray device in response to the self-defense device being pulled away from the victim thereby preventing the attacker from using the disabling spray device to temporarily disable the victim.

Abstract: A liquid spray device for mounting on a liquid container. The device comprises a spray member mountable over the opening of a container as a closure and a pump configured to pump air into the spray member and container. A discharge system including a discharge nozzle is selectively operable to discharge pressurized liquid from the spray member through the nozzle.

Abstract: A water caddy comprising a box-shaped housing having a threaded neck for the insertion of water therein. A lid having internal threads engages with the threaded neck. A spout is on a lower portion of a front wall of the housing, for dispensing the water out of the housing, so that the water can be used for washing and drinking. A structure on the housing is for connecting the housing to a toilet paper holder. In a first instance, the housing can hang down against a wall and cabinet. In a second instance, the holder can be used as a handle for a person to carry the housing.

Abstract: The system includes a coupler which attaches to both a baby food jar and a squeezable baby bottle so that the baby food jar can be inverted on the squeezable bottle to gravitationally transfer the baby food without spilling. Thereafter, a nozzle attaches to the coupler or directly to the squeezable baby bottle. The nozzle terminates in a baby feeding spoon. A manual valve is fitted into the nozzle to close it when desired.

Abstract: A decorative cover is provided which easily fits over a water bottle mounted on a water dispenser. This cover provides a variably changeable decor that can fit different tastes and environments. Further, this cover includes accessory features such as a handle for easy removal of the cover, a cup dispenser, and a pouch for storing water delivery schedules, bills and the like. In one embodiment the cover is constructed of a loose fitting material and includes a top portion and a side portion. In an alternate embodiment the cover is constructed of a rigid material designed to stand on its own around the water bottle. In this embodiment the cover can include a top portion or can leave the water bottle exposed on the top. This rigid material can be foam rubber coated with plastic for writing and erasing messages or metallic for attaching messages by magnetic means.

Abstract: A toothpaste and floss dispenser having an elongated guide body with opposite ends, the guide body defining a dental floss chamber therein, a pair of mounts spaced from each other and attached to the guide body adjacent respective ones of the guide body ends, the mounts having securing portions for adhering the mounts to a wall surface, a guide follower having a sliding interfit with the guide body for movement along the guide body between the mounts, the guide follower having rotational toothpaste tube gripping and winding spool for winding a toothpaste tube thereon to dispense toothpaste from the tube. One of the mounts has a dental floss dispensing passage in communication with the dental floss chamber of the guide body and with the exterior, and a floss cutter.

Abstract: A self-defense device includes a flash light and a tear-gas dispenser. The flash light includes a head, a first cylinder connected with the head, a second cylinder connected with the first cylinder, and a reflector receivable in the head and a pipe formed through the reflector. The funnel includes a conical portion and a tubular portion. The funnel is receivable in the first cylinder. A flexible tube is connected between the tubular portion of the funnel and the pipe. A bottle includes a nipple. Tear gas will exit from the bottle through the nipple if the nipple is pressed. The bottle is receivable in the first cylinder while the nipple is insertable in the conical portion of the funnel. A first bottle-driving element includes a piston and two plates projecting from the piston. Each of the plates of the first bottle-driving element includes an inclined edge. The first bottle-driving element is receivable in the first cylinder so that the piston thereof is in contact with the bottle.

Abstract: A modular beverage cooling and dispensing system comprising a plurality of beverage cooling and dispensing modules, and a single power module containing a single compressor for servicing all of the beverage cooling and dispensing modules. Each beverage cooling and dispensing module comprises a housing, a tank within the housing for holding a liquid, an evaporator in the tank for chilling the liquid, and at least one beverage conduit positioned in the tank for exposure to the chilled liquid to cool beverage flowing through the conduit. A dispensing head is connected to the beverage conduit for dispensing beverage. Refrigerant lines connect the compressor of the power module and the evaporators of the beverage cooling and dispensing modules. The power module is physically separate from the beverage cooling and dispensing modules so that the power module may be placed at a convenient location remote from the beverage cooling and dispensing modules.

Abstract: An apparatus for wetting toilet paper prior to the use of the toilet paper. The apparatus may be mounted on a wall or set on a flat surface, and includes a reservoir for storing a fluid. A clamp is provided for holding the reservoir by friction. The reservoir has a screw-on lid and a check valve controlling flow of fluid, enabling the reservoir to be removed without allowing a significant quantity of liquid contents to escape. The check valve is opened by a projecting conduit member when the liquid reservoir is secured by the clamp in its operative position. An internal valve arrangement includes a spring biased piston pressurizing the liquid, and resultant pressure operates a valve enabling dispensing of the liquid. An operating lever acting on the piston is urged by the spring into a "ready" position after each stroke. As the liquid is dispensed onto the toilet paper, any excess liquid is caught by a liquid splash pan located under the user's hand and contained within a removable tray.