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Kids Tee - Bessie Virginia Griffin - Portable Receptacle Support Patent

Kids Tee - Bessie Virginia Griffin - Portable Receptacle Support Patent

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Bessie Virginia Griffin was granted a patent for her invention, the Portable Receptacle Support, on April 24, 1951. The patent number is US2550554A. This invention was designed to assist individuals who have difficulty using their arms and hands, such as invalids or convalescents, by allowing them to drink from cups or bowls supported by the device.
It could be comfortably worn around the neck and supported by the chest, enabling the user to consume fluids with ease. It also featured stabilizing means to keep the receptacle steady and allowed for various angular inclinations to suit the user’s needs. Additionally, it could be adapted to support different types of receptacles and even included a provision for supporting a straw or tube.

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M 22.01 inch 17.01 inch 6.5 inch
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