Illumination – With fluid distributer
Reexamination Certificate
2006-07-11
2006-07-11
Luebke, Renee (Department: 2875)
Illumination
With fluid distributer
C362S101000, C362S551000, C362S562000, C362S222000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07073917
ABSTRACT:
An implement for use in connection with drinking and/or eating includes a tube having a passage therethrough. A housing for a power source is situated in the passage such that a fluid may be drawn through the passage past the housing. One or more light sources in the tube are powered by the power source. This implement can be used, for example, as a drinking straw and/or a stick for frozen treats.
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Carter William J
Harness & Dickey & Pierce P.L.C.
Luebke Renee
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