Abstract: A record pad is provided having a paper top sheet with top and bottom faces and an underlying record bottom sheet with a transfer medium between them. The top sheet has an upper margin and a pattern (such as a substantially continuous strip) of repositional adhesive is provided on each top sheet bottom face adjacent the upper margin and substantially parallel to the upper margin. This provides a record pad construction which is more user friendly particularly for left handed writers, and makes it simpler to attach a top sheet—once removed from the pad—to another sheet or object. Preferably the top sheet is segmented into three different portions by through cut lines (or perforations or other lines of weakness), and along a securing edge of the top sheet another through cut line is provided, substantially perpendicular to the upper margin. The repositional adhesive strips are spaced from the upper margin or lines of weakness about 1—5 mm (e.g. about 2 mm).

Abstract: A carbonless paper notepad for producing multiple copies of a document created on the notepad. The carbonless paper notepad includes a tablet with a plurality of sheets each having a lower face coated with a duplicating material. A top end of the tablet is coupled to a first end of a board. The board has a spaced apart pair of median folds extending between the sides of the board which divide the board into backer and underback panels. The backer panel is positioned beneath the tablet. The underback panel is inserted between adjacent sheets of the tablet beneath the upper sheet of the tablet.

Abstract: A notepad and writing instrument holder, particularly adapted for mounting on a surface within the interior of an automobile, for example, includes one piece construction comprising a molded plastic structure with first and second members which are hinged together along a living hinge portion. One of the members nests within the other such that opposed side panels of each member cooperate to retain the two members in a fixed position relative to each other to provide a writing surface for a notepad which is adjustable to suit the writer's needs and position relative to the notepad holder. Ratchet teeth formed on one member cooperate with detent members formed on the other member. The notepad holder may be injection molded in a generally flat planar configuration and the two members are formed by folding circular sector shaped side panels of each member with respect to center panels of each member into their working positions.

Abstract: A device for filing and archiving books of check stubs and other, similar documents, and also the counterfoils of any register. The invention relates to a device for enabling the above-specified documents to be stored in a manner that is appropriate for accountancy filing and thereby obtain considerable saving in time during accounting, searching, and handling, together with protection against damage due to intensive handling. The device comprises a rectangular plate (5) slotted by parallel vertical rectangles (6) into which previously folded-back covers (1) are inserted, and also a sliding second rectangular plate (10). The second plate (10) when fitted to the first (5) serves to hold the documents (2) pressed thereagainst. The device of the invention is mainly intended for filing and archiving books of bank check stubs.

Abstract: Composite sheet used as a component of a pad including a stack of like composite sheets and a pad comprising a plurality of like composite sheets. The sheets include at least one perforation line permitting separation of the sheet into at least two separate sheets, and a layer of pressure sensitive adhesive on the bottom surface of the sheet and covering at least a portion of the bottom surface of each separate sheet.

Abstract: A combination notepad and key holder has a notepad with a top binder. A holder for holding writing instrument is attached to one end the top binder. A flexible strap has one end connected to the top binder portion and has a distal end connected to a key holder. The key holder has a U-shaped frame with a push bar biased with a spring to a closed position closing off an open end of the U to retain a key on the push bar. The push bar is moveable against the force of the spring to an open position to remove the key from the push bar.

Abstract: A pad to be used with a continuous web, such as paper, that provides an area where the web is taut and suitable for use, such as writing, drawing or marking with different utensils. The web is stored as a roll inside a paper web roll housing from where it is passed through a first web guiding and feeding assembly that is characterized by permitting it to travel in one direction only. The web is then passed through a slot below the first web guiding and feeding assembly and under the pad housing to another slot from where it is passed upwardly and through a second web guiding and feeding assembly similar to the first one in function. Both assemblies include an elongated member with a longitudinal edge in contact with the web to permit to travel in one direction only.

Abstract: A pad of wrapping material made up of a plurality of sheets, wherein each alternating sheet is staggered in relation to an adjacent sheet for improving the ease with which the sheet is removed from the pad.

Abstract: An improved clip for a writing board is provided. In accordance with the invention, the clip includes a clip body attached to a writing board. A clip blade is attached to the clip body and includes a binding edge for releasably binding paper against the writing board. The spring is included and is adapted to urge the binding edge against the writing board. In this manner, paper may be releasably gripped by the binding edge to the writing board. A force receiving release tab is disposed opposite the binding edge of the clip blade for receiving manually-applied force. In response to such force, the release tab urges the binding edge away from the writing board to release the paper. A display holder is attached to the clip blade. The display holder defines a substantially planar display area, and further includes a rolled edge for holding a laminate display sheet adjacent the display area.

Abstract: A note pad holder for removably holding a note pad of the type having a binding which grips a pad comprising a number of sheets of paper proximate or along one edge of the pad, the binding having an overlap portion which overlaps a small portion of the pad along the gripped edges of the sheets thereof to create an edge strip which is thicker than the remainder of the note pad. The note pad holder is designed to be removably attached to a surface such as a refrigerator front.

Abstract: Header padded stationery having an adhesive tape strip pad, adhesive tape flag pad and/or adhesive note pad recessively mounted to the header of the stationery pad.

Abstract: A container for a stack of paper which is provided with a large opening on one side to expose the top sheet of paper for writing or sketching. The opening defines a predetermined frame for providing the writing with a uniform margin. The edges of the opening discourage writing beyond the frame onto any support surface on which the container may be placed, such as a table or carpet.

Abstract: A computer video monitor mask for removable attachment to a computer video monitor having a computer video monitor screen and a front face, comprises a generally planar substantially rigid panel portion having a generally planar front surface, a back surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, and first and second opposed side edges. The computer video monitor mask is attached to the front face of the computer video monitor by way of a hook and loop fastener system such as VELCRO.TM.. A first generally centrally disposed cut-away portion in the back panel is shaped and dimensioned to permit viewing of the computer video monitor screen therethrough when the computer video monitor mask is in place on the computer video monitor. There is optionally provided a removable paper writing surface generally surrounding the computer video monitor screen, wherein a plurality of sheets of paper are secured together in overlying separable relation one over another so as to form at least one pad of paper.

Abstract: An article of manufacture, such as a note pad, contains a plurality of sheets including an upper sheet and a lower sheet. The sheets are releasably bonded together by a first adhesive applied over least a portion of the adjacent surfaces of the sheets. A second adhesive is applied over at least a portion of the surface of the bottom sheet opposite the surface to which the first adhesive is applied. The second adhesive has a peel strength greater than the first adhesive.

Abstract: The invention relates to a note pad holder used in bed, darkness, or the like. The integrated features include a padded outer frame and center webbing for support of a note pad of the removable, self-stick variety. The note pad is held in place by ridges molded into the padded frame and protruding from the inner surfaces of said frame. This allows for the note pad to be securely held in place while still providing access to the full top surface of the note. A notch in the padded frame is used to secure an illuminated writing device or other type of writing utensil. The padded nature of the holder and the access to an illuminated writing device provides the user with a safe, easy, and potentially lighted means of utilizing a note pad while in bed.

Abstract: An album comprising more than two pages, said album having a stack of sheets attached thereto, at least some of said sheets being removable from said stack and having repositionable adhesive on both sides of said sheets which are removable.

Abstract: A memo pad assembly that is adapted to be worn around a person's wrist, or other body parts, or clothing, and which has several containers that have first slots formed within the containers; a strap that has a center portion, and first and second ends, which have a releasably securing means attached thereto; and a compartment section that is attached to the strap's center portion and which has a rear side with an outer surface, a second slot formed within the compartment section, and a drawer removably stored within the second slot. The memo pad assembly also has sheets of paper removably stored within the drawer and which are adapted to be removably inserted in the first slots of the containers; and a writing instrument section located adjacent to the compartment section and which includes a writing instrument and a shelf extension that is attached to the outer surface of the rear side of the compartment section and has a third slot formed in the shelf extension.

Abstract: A pad holding and dispensing device, utilizing one or more hook and loop, two sided adhesive or other fasteners to position a self-stick note pad in a secure and readily accessible dispenser. The fastener is connected between the spine of the note pad and an upstanding wall of the holder to augment in holding the individual sheets of the pad together and to hold the note pad within the dispenser. The holder can be transportable or can be mounted horizontally, vertically or any angle in between, and can be configured to hold multiple pads of similar or different sizes.

Abstract: An apparatus for accurately, efficiently, and consistently aligning a tabbing strip with the edges of the photographic print to which it is to be applied. The apparatus comprises a support panel, a tabbing strip registration guide, a photographic print registration guide, a clamping member including a linear clamp bar, and a spring for pivotally mounting the clamping member to the support panel. The present invention further provides a method of using the apparatus for accurately, efficiently, and consistently aligning a tabbing strip with the edges of the photographic print to which it is to be applied.

Abstract: A book is provided to teach and encourage writing skills which includes a picture printed on each leaf of a multi-leaved tear-off pad of identical leaves in each bundle of pages. The picture page is without words but has space in which the learner, typically a child, will generate writing to form a story which the learner imagines from viewing the picture. The multiple leaves, each having an identical picture, provide for the learner to tear off the top picture when a story has been written by the learner. Having a pad of identical pictures in each bundle of leaves provides the learner with a plurality of opportunities to re-formulate his or her written story, or to write a variety of different stories based upon the same picture. The sheets which have been written upon and then torn off from the picture pad will comprise a portfolio of the learner's educational progress. The teaching book is comprised of a number of such picture pads bound together to form a larger aggregate tear-off pad.

Abstract: A support for a block-type desk calendar has a base, and elongate rings in which the calendar is secured, and has covers that fold over the base to completely enclose the calendar, the covers having cut outs for accommodating the elongate rings, the covers providing for the support of a single leaf of the calendar when the covers are in a closed position.

Abstract: A clipboard for holding worksheets is disclosed, which is a plastic rectangular board bent into a largely inverted U-shaped cross-section having a vertical front board, an also vertical backside board that is larger in length than the front board, and a horizontal top roof member between the front and backside boards. A book of worksheets is clamped between the front and backside boards below the roof member. A hook for hanging the clipboard is centrally fixed in the roof member and having means t orient the clamped worksheets in two alternative different vertical planes perpendicular to each other. A pair of bosses centrally mounted in the backside board and each having at a front end thereof a downwardly inclined end face for engagement with a pair of apertures formed in the front board through a pair of holes in an upper margin of each worksheet clamped.

Abstract: A physician's prescription pad has a number of stacked sets of imperforate prescription forms A secured together by an adhesive binding B at one end of each of the stacked sets of forms. A base member C carries a cover member D presenting advertising material E to the physician as he is in the process of writing a prescription. The cover member serves to protect the stacked sets of forms so as to avoid the transfer of written material to the next set of forms and to present advertising to the physician at the point of use. The prescriptions are separable at the top and are imperforate suitable for presentation to the pharmacist with copies being provided.

Abstract: A writing assistance assembly for use by disabled people comprising a planar base with a smooth writing surface. A smooth adhesive layer overlies the smooth writing surface for holding writing paper sheets against lateral sliding movement across the smooth writing surface during the writing on the sheets of paper. A means for restraining the planar base against lateral movement across an underlying supporting surface is also provided. This assembly can also be utilized by a disabled person to place his disabled hand onto the writing assembly and apply weight there upon as therapy without slipping.

Abstract: The present invention provides improved apparatus and method for binding stationery items, such as stacks and rolls of paper, file folders, and the like. The invention provides an elastic strip which includes hook and loop attachment means on its ends to bind to itself to form a continuous band. In the preferred embodiment, one end of the strip is provided with a Y-shaped end to form a more secure attachment. The present invention provides all the benefits of conventional rubber bands, but is easier to use and avoids many of the problems normally encountered with existing stationery binding methods.

Abstract: A portable communication device for providing a written record of communication is disclosed. The device comprises a case and a pad of carbonless, multiple sheet sets of message paper. The case comprises a rear panel having a major dimension and a minor dimension substantially perpendicular to the major dimension, a strike through shield connected to and depending from the rear panel, means for supporting a pad on said rear panel and, optionally, a cover including storage means for retaining sheets. The pad has a major dimension and a minor dimension corresponding with those of the rear panel, and the sheets include line means defining a writing area and extending generally in the direction of the minor dimension. The minor dimension is such that the device can be held in one's hand, between the heel and fingers, so that one's other hand can be used to write in the device. The major dimension should be at least as great as the minor dimension and preferably, it is approximately six inches.

Abstract: A clipboard arrangement includes a planar base member having a raised peripheral rim and a suction cup mounting plate hingedly mounted to a top edge of the base member. A removable clipboard assembly is selectively mounted to the planar base member and has a clamp plate at its upper edge for mounting a writing pad upon the clipboard. A bottom bracket extends outwardly from the base member to cradle and hold the clipboard bottom edge and a tang and slot juncture extends between the clipboard and the planar base member toward upper portions of the clipboard and base member so that a clipboard can be easily lifted slightly upwardly and then outwardly from the base member for carrying. Use of the clipboard arrangement permits the user to semi-permanently mount the planar base member to a suitable surface within a vehicle, such as a windshield or dashboard and then to easily remove the clipboard when going about his or her business, such as shopping or running errands.

Abstract: A calendar display device includes a panel, a hanger hole disposed at the top center of the panel, a transparent vinyl cover disposed on the front surface for maintaining a calendar pad, and a transparent vinyl back pocket disposed on the rear surface for inserting a memory enhancing sheet thereinto. The calendar display device also includes a pair of lower corner pockets attached to the front surface for receiving the transparent vinyl cover flap.

Abstract: A self-service sales system for large containers such as pet food bags and the like includes a fixture having a plurality of container or bag shelves. A price channel positioned at each of the shelves contains product identification and marketing information. In addition, a plurality of Universal Product Code (UPC) symbol pads are fixed to the price channels. The symbol pads are attached by an adhesive coated foam strip. The pad contains a plurality of removable sheets, each of which are imprinted with a product description and UPC code. The purchaser may remove a sheet corresponding to each product to be purchased. The sheets are taken to the checkout counter where the UPC code is read. After payment for the product, the retailer retrieves the product for the customer.

Abstract: A paper pad securement clip for use with a paper pad having a plurality of paper sheet members and optionally including a backing member. The paper pad presents a base surface and an upper surface with the individual sheet members edge glued together. The paper securement clip has a base member secured with respect to the lower end and an upper member secured with respect to the upper end. The base member includes a base member end and a first obliquely angled tip member. A first abutment surface is defined thereon also. The upper member defines an upper member end and a second obliquely angled tip having a second abutment surface. The first and second abutment surfaces are operative to secure the individual paper sheet members of the paper pad together with respect to one another and facilitate removal of individual sheets therefrom. The pad securement device optionally includes a removal arm extending outwardly therefrom defining a cutting edge thereon.

Abstract: The invention relates to a holder comprising a frame fitted with compressible elements to provide a unique side holding force to releasably retain a note pad of the removable, self-stick variety. The side holding force is proportional to the total thickness of the material being held and allows access to the full face of the note pad surface. The side holding force and the additional benefits of material protection and widespread mountability, provides the user with access to the note pad wherever and whenever required.

Abstract: An elongated map or pad holding device has a clamp at one end for attachment at a single location to a portion of a device, and a clamp attached to the opposite end of the device so that a pad or map can be held between the jaws or plates of the clamp.

Abstract: A writing instrument comprised of a hollow tubing housing wherein the upper portions of the housing are bent into attractive pleasing shapes with ornamental accessories such as eyes attached to the housing. The overall effect is to suggest a living creature or critter. A second embodiment of the writing instrument uses a base formed of hollow tubing bent into shapes to complement the living creature suggested by the upper housing.

Abstract: A telephone marketing device has a center and two outboard panels. The outboard panels have shingled pockets containing cards. The card titles are exposed at the edge of the shingled pockets. The subject matter relating to the titles on each card is concealed by the overlying pocket.

Abstract: The picture book is used with a pen containing a water-soluble ink, and at least a portion of the book is covered with resinous coating. Accordingly, while reading and reviewing the book, children may imaginatively paint or write on the book by means of the pen and thereafter wipe off the painted portion for reuse.

Abstract: The device comprises a plate (1) whose top face (10) constitutes a writing surface, said plate being elevated above the support surface (S) on which the device stands by means of an underframe (2). One of the edges of the plate is provided with at least one ring (3) for holding sheets onto the plate, the ring interconnecting the two faces of the plate (1) in such a manner that the sheets can be passed beneath the plate by rotating them through 360.degree. around the ring (3). The device is provided with fastening and retaining means (5) for engaging the sheets (F.sub.2) beneath the plate (1) at a certain distance (K) above the support face (S).

Abstract: A palette for providing a surface upon which a user can mix blendable materials, such as vehicle body repair fillters, with a mixing instrument is disclosed. The palette includes a base (12) which, in a preferred embodiment, is a substantially rectangular planar member. To allow the palette to be steadily held during use, a stabilizing apparatus (14) is provided which allows the user to steadily hold the palette and which includes, in a preferred embodiment, two thumb holes (20 and 20A) and a cut-out (18) defined by the base (12). To receive the materials to be blended, a pad (24) of disposable mixing sheets (26) is secured to the base (12). Each of the disposable mixing sheets (26) is releasably bonded to the other sheets (26). To allow the sheets (26) to be separated from the pad (24) after use, a finger hole (42) is defined by the base (12) proximate an unbonded portion (32) of the pad (24) whereby the user may grasp and lift the sheets (26).