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USPTO's for finding information on machinery patents.
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1,248,276
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Nov. 27, 1917
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Machine-tool
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Frank J. Curtis |
Ban Avon, PA |
"Difficulties are encountered in removing small and fine pieces of metal formed in cutting, drilling or boring holes, grooves or recesses in metal articles, when the latter are secured in a horizontal or approximately horizontal position as on the bed of a boring machine, planer or drilling press, while being operated upon..." |