Record of Proceedings Before the U.S. Patent Office

This volume presents the official record of proceedings before the U.S. Patent Office concerning an application for the extension of Letters Patent No. 17,355, filed by the Automatic Fire Alarm Company. The detailed documentation captures the arguments, evidence, and legal positions presented by William Francis Channing and the opponents, S.D. Cushman et al.

Offering insight into the complexities of patent law and the technological innovations of the era, "Record of Proceedings Before the U.S. Patent Office" provides a valuable resource for legal scholars, historians of technology, and anyone interested in the evolution of intellectual property rights. This historical document sheds light on the challenges and considerations involved in protecting inventions and fostering technological advancement.

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