“The invention consists in the general arrangement of the apparatus, and, furthermore, in the special arrangement of a hinged seat which can be swung down when on going up-hill the rider desires to leave the seat and walk with the vehicle.
“The invention also consists in the application of convenient brakes, by means of which the instrument can be conveniently stopped and steered.
“The neck of the driver rests against the upper bar, b, which is hollowed for its reception, and which can be adjusted up and down on the bars a, to be adapted to the size of the rider.”
Mr. White has at least provided some way to stop, and also to “walk with the vehicle,” if he should so desire, which we think he probably would.
Sturdy & Young, of Providence, R. I. Velocipede. No. 89,700. Patented May 4, 1869.
SOME YOUNG AND STURDY “CHILDREN OF LARGER GROWTH” INVENT A WHIRLIGIG.
“This invention relates to a new and useful improvement in velocipedes, whereby they are better adapted to be employed as a medium of amusement and exercise for children and youth, as well as for ‘children of a larger growth.’ It is chiefly designed for use in play-grounds, lawns, gardens, and play-rooms; and
“The invention consists in rotating a large horizontal wheel, formed of two concentric rings, tied together by bars, and supported on vertical wheels, each of which is revolved, by means of cranks, with the feet, after the manner of the common velocipede, thus rotating the main wheel, the construction, arrangement, and operation being as hereinafter more fully described.
“The accompanying drawing is a perspective view of the combined velocipede, showing the manner of its construction and operation.