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1998-03-30

2000-02-15

Hafer, Robert A.

Amusement devices: toys

Convertible from, or serving as diverse article

Including sounding toy

446202, 446213, A63H 500

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060246243

ABSTRACT:
A novelty article for use in connection with liquid has a body and a generating mechanism, which is attached to the body, for generating electrically produced special effects, such as audible sounds and visible lights, so as to enhance amusement for a user. The generating mechanism is provided with an activating mechanism, which is attached to the body, for activating the generating mechanism in response to contact by liquid. In accordance with one feature of the present invention, the body includes a drinking straw having a passageway for liquid. The activating mechanism has a pair of electrical contacts positioned in the passageway so as to activate the generating mechanism in response to liquid flow through the passageway.

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