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Causeway and Railroad Bridge

Description: Photograph of a postcard of a causeway and railroad bridge between Portland, TX and Corpus Christi, TX. The bridge appears to be made of wood. A single vehicle is parked on at the top of the bridge. Several people are walking by it. The railroad bridge is on the right. It is unoccupied. A small sign between the bridges reads, "Built 1921, cost $300,000.000, Your Money."
Date: unknown
Partner: Bell/Whittington Public Library

Valve

Description: Patent for an automatic valve for use upon hydraulic or suction dredges to prevent sore material such as clay, sand and mud from preventing the efficient use of the dredge sure to the closing of heavy material in the mouth of the dredge. The valve is intended to supply water to flush out the mouth of the dredge.
Date: June 12, 1917
Creator: Miller, Henry L.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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