Jasper County Democrat, Volume 9, Number 37, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 15 December 1906 — PATENTS A “FIFTH WHEEL.” [ARTICLE]

PATENTS A “FIFTH WHEEL.”

John H. Jessen of this- city Was recently granted a patent of a “fifth wheel” for vehicles. The attachment is used under the front bolster, or in the turning gear of vehicles, and is said to make them ride easier and be much easier in turning the vehicle. John has received a number of letters from parties who want to purchase his invention. He has placed one of the wheels on McFarland’s delivery wagon, and if you want to see what it is like, look at this one.