The Future of the United States Patent System: A Look at Casper William Ooms, 1945-08-04

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 4

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_4_0001

Scope and Contents

Casper William Ooms is the new patent commissioner who believes in the United States patent system and aims to improve its efficiency by reducing delays in the issuance of patents. He has not made any commitments to any groups regarding policy changes and is not considered a radical. The government is considering legislation to support scientific research and education, while also addressing concerns about manufacturers entering into patent agreements that may go against public interest or antitrust laws. The importance of independent inventors and stability of funding for research programs are also emphasized.

Dates

Creation: 1945-08-04

Creator

From the Collection: Schwabe, George Blaine, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1951-1952); 8th Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives (1921-1923); Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from Nowata County (1919-1923), 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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