Better Mouse Traps
I wonder if anyone is still trying to make one…
From the Sears, Roebuck & Co. Catalogue, 1897:
No 15324. The Rival Rat Trap, made of steel wire, japanned. Size 15 inches long, 7½ inches wide, 6½ inches high. This trap is made with a self-locking, tilting, platform, so when a rat is once inside, he cannot escape. The bait holder is supplied through a lid at the top, and it displays the bait alluringly to rats. It is strong and has been proved a reliable rat catcher, free from all objections common to other traps. Price, each….. 72c
No. 15325. Rat Trap. This is an excellent trap, thoroughly well made from double tinned wire. Size, 6×11 inches. Each….. 25c
No. 15328. Revolving Mouse Trap, made of heavy steel wire. Each….. 15c
No. 15329. This is the most successful mouse catcher ever invented. One mouse sets the trap for the next one that comes along; will hold several. Price, each….. 10c
Choke Mouse Traps, round pattern.
No. 15331. 5 holes, each, 5c; per doz….. 54c