David McCullough

“ A corset constructed in accordance with my invention may be worn at any time, but is especially intended for use for bathing and athletic or gymnastic purposes in which uses the same will be found to serve all the ordinary functions of a corset and at the same time will permit the greatest freedom of movement to the various parts of the body. ”

“ One object of the invention is to provide a corset of this character which may be quickly put on and adjusted and which will give perfect ease and comfort to the body and at the same time perform all the ordinary functions of a corset. ”

“ It will thus be seen that in terminating the stays in the manner described that a short skirt or section of the corset is formed without stays, said section being engaged with the lower portion of the abdomen and with the hips which will permit a free movement of these parts but will serve to a certain extent for bracing and protecting these parts without interfering with the freedom of movement thereof. ”