Initiation device patent, 1909 C024 / 3609
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Initiation device patent, 1909 C024 / 3609
Initiation device patent, 1909. Artwork of an initiation device invented by Ulysses DeMoulin. The device allows a person to sit on the back of a model goat and experience unpredictable movements. The goat is attached to a tricycle base and gears provide the eccentricity of movements. Riding the goat was an initiation prank practised by secret societies in America, such as fraternity houses and Freemason groups
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1909 Design Designs Device Diagram Drawing Engineering Goat Invention Machine Mechanical Patent Vintage Fraternal Freemason Freemasonry Prank Secret Society
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This print showcases the initiation device patent of 1909, a remarkable invention by Ulysses DeMoulin. The artwork depicts an intriguing contraption designed to provide an unforgettable experience for those brave enough to sit on the back of a model goat. This peculiar device was primarily used as a prank during initiation ceremonies conducted by secret societies across America, including fraternity houses and Freemason groups. The initiation device consists of a tricycle base with gears that enable eccentric movements, creating an unpredictable ride atop the mechanical goat. As seen in the detailed diagram and drawing, this ingenious engineering marvel allowed individuals to embark on a thrilling journey filled with twists and turns. Steeped in history and technology from the early 20th century, this vintage illustration represents both American ingenuity and design prowess. Its significance lies not only in its mechanical intricacy but also in its association with fraternal traditions and secret society rituals. Preserved within this photograph is Ulysses DeMoulin's contribution to the world of inventions—a whimsical yet functional creation that continues to captivate our imagination today.
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