Summons from U.S. Circuit Court Civil Case 1211, Levi Strauss et al vs A. B. Elfelt et al (1874-1875).

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Description

Inventor Jacob W. Davis defending his rights for the use of the copper rivets as fasteners for the edges of pockets on pantaloons, overalls, and coats. Levi Strauss and Jacob W. Davis became business partners in the Levis Strauss Company. These copper rivets on the edges of the pockets become the trademark for the Levi Jeans.

Citation

This primary source comes from the Records of District Courts of the United States.

National Archives Identifier: 295942

Full Citation: Summons from U.S. Circuit Court Civil Case 1211, Levi Strauss et al vs A. B. Elfelt et al (1874-1875).; 1/31/1874 – 2/3/1874; Records of District Courts of the United States, Record Group 21. [Online Version, https://docsteach.org/document/summons-from-us-circuit-court-civil-case-1211-levi-strauss-et-al-vs-a-b-elfelt-et-al-18741875/, April 5, 2026]

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