Emma Joan Martin

US Patent:

43185215, Mar 9, 1982

Filed:

Jul 25, 1979

Appl. No.:

6/060784

Inventors:

Emma L. Martin - Dallas TX
John G. Martin - Dallas TX

International Classification:

B65B 6712

US Classification:

248 99

Abstract:

The specification discloses an especially designed and built bag frame that comprises a closed loop of tubing having a shaped form about which the open end of a refuse bag of plastic or other flexible material may be stretched and wrapped so as to hold the mouth of the bag open while the user rakes or gathers in grass, leaves, or other refuse. In one embodiment the frame is D-shaped so that the flat side may rest squarely on the ground. In another embodiment the frame includes spikes adjacent the flat side so that the frame may forceably be engaged with the earth so that it will stand alone when the user releases hold thereof; this permits the user to have both hands free for the raking or gathering activity.