US4074740A
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Combination pocketbook and cushion
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-03-11
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Granted: 1978-02-21
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Expires: 1997-03-11
Abstract
Abstract A combination pocketbook and cushion wherein the cushion can be detached from the pocketbook and sat on during protracted periods of sitting such as when the carrier participates in a bingo game or the like. The pocketbook includes a flap having a snap fastener for attachment to a complemental snap fastener on the cushion. Opposite edges of both the pocketbook and cushion include rings which are connectable to snap hooks on opposite ends of a carrying handle so that the pocketbook and cushion can be carried as a unit. The pocketbook is also provided with an exterior, expandable pouch for carrying such items as tokens for playing the game of bingo.
Inventors
- 👤 Margaret Anderson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 00:15
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45C; A45C15/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
90 words
A combination pocketbook and cushion construction comprising: a pocketbook having a flap pivotably connected to one side thereof, a ring on opposite edges of said pocketbook a cushion a pair of rings connected to opposite edges of said cushion means on the bottom edges of said flap and said cushion for connecting said flap to said cushion, and a carrying handle for said pocketbook and cushion including fastening means connected to opposite ends of the handle for connecting said handle to said rings on both said pocketbook and said cushion.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
90 words
A combination pocketbook and cushion construction comprising: a pocketbook having a flap pivotably connected to one side thereof, a ring on opposite edges of said pocketbook a cushion a pair of rings connected to opposite edges of said cushion means on the bottom edges of said flap and said cushion for connecting said flap to said cushion, and a carrying handle for said pocketbook and cushion including fastening means connected to opposite ends of the handle for connecting said handle to said rings on both said pocketbook and said cushion.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein said fastening means includes a snap hook on each end of said handle.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
12 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein said handle includes an elongatable strap.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
19 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein said connecting means between said flap and said cushion includes complemental snap fasteners.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
17 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein said pocketbook includes an expandable pouch connected to one surface thereof.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-02-20 | 1981-08-22 | 1982-02-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-02-20 | 1985-08-22 | 1986-02-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-02-20 | 1989-08-22 | 1990-02-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |