Application

PTO Form 1478 (Rev 9/2006)

OMB No. 0651-0009 (Exp 12/31/2014)

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PTO Form 1478 (Rev 9/2006)

OMB No. 0651-0009 (Exp 12/31/2014)

Trademark/Service Mark Application, Principal Register

Serial Number: 86260561

Filing Date: 04/23/2014

To the Commissioner for Trademarks:

MARK: LITTLE DEBBIE (stylized and/or with design, see mark)

The literal element of the mark consists of LITTLE DEBBIE.
The mark consists of a ribbon displaying the words Little Debbie.
The applicant, McKee Foods Kingman, Inc., a corporation of Arizona, having an address of
      2675 West Oatman Road
      Kingman, Arizona 86413
      United States


requests registration of the trademark/service mark identified above in the United States Patent and Trademark Office on the Principal Register established by the Act of July 5, 1946 (15 U.S.C. Section 1051 et seq.), as amended, for the following:

       International Class 006:  Metal clips for identification cards or badges; carabiners of metal

In International Class 006, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) photograph of a metal clip.
Specimen File1

       International Class 008:  Ice scrapers; plastic cutlery, namely, knives, forks, and spoons

In International Class 008, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) photograph of an ice scraper.
Specimen File1

       International Class 009:  Radios; pedometers; USB chargers; clocks; mouse pads; computer styluses

In International Class 009, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) photograph of a radio.
Specimen File1

       International Class 011:  Flashlights, LED lights for lighting purposes incorporated into key chains

In International Class 011, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) screen shot of a web page featuring a photograph of a product at the point of purchase.

Original PDF file:
SPE0-3812213190-160225708_._Class_11_Specimen.pdf
Converted PDF file(s) (1 page)
Specimen File1

       International Class 012:  Auto organizers, namely organizers for holding personal items in automobiles

In International Class 012, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) screen shot of a web page featuring a photograph of a product at the point of purchase.

Original PDF file:
SPE0-3812213190-160225708_._Class_12_Specimen.pdf
Converted PDF file(s) (2 pages)
Specimen File1
Specimen File2

       International Class 016:  Pens; calendars; address books; letter openers; note pads containing adhesive on one side of the sheets for attachment to surfaces; signs and banners made of paper; pen and pencil holders; document portfolios

In International Class 016, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) photograph of a pen.
Specimen File1

       International Class 017:  Signs and banners of plastic and foam

In International Class 017, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) photograph of a sign.
Specimen File1

       International Class 018:  Tote bags; reusable shopping bags; backpacks; coin purses; duffel bags; wallets; umbrellas; drawstring bags

In International Class 018, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) photograph of a backpack.
Specimen File1

       International Class 020:  Plastic key chains; non-metal clips for identification cards; signs and banners of plastic and vinyl; chip clips; picture frames; plastic boxes

In International Class 020, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) photograph of a key chain.
Specimen File1

       International Class 021:  Cups; mugs; aluminum water bottles sold empty; bowls; non-metal coin banks; portable coolers

In International Class 021, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) photograph of a cup.
Specimen File1

       International Class 024:  Signs and banners of textile and cloth

In International Class 024, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) photograph of a banner.
Specimen File1

       International Class 025:  Aprons; polo shirts; t-shirs; jackets; smocks; hats; caps; visors

In International Class 025, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 07/01/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 07/01/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) photograph of a polo shirt.
Specimen File1

       International Class 028:  Jump ropes; soccer balls; frisbees; footballs; stuffed toy animals; Christmas tree ornaments; stress balls

In International Class 028, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 12/04/2013, and first used in commerce at least as early as 12/04/2013, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods and/or services, consisting of a(n) photograph of a jump rope.
Specimen File1



The applicant claims ownership of U.S. Registration Number(s) 0735443, 0967756, 2347922, and others.

The first use date of July 1, 2013 for Class 25 applies specifically to the following goods: "Polo shirts, t-shirts, and jackets." The first use date of December 4, 2013 for Class 28 applies specifically to the following goods: "Jump ropes, soccer balls, frisbees, footballs, stuffed toy animals, and Christmas tree ornaments."

The applicant's current Attorney Information:
      Sandra Edelman and Sarah M. Robertson, Susan Progoff, Bruce R. Ewing, Robert M. Wasnofski, Jr., Steven S. Fang and Fara S. Sunderji of Dorsey & Whitney LLP
      51 West 52nd Street
      New York, New York 10019-6119
      United States
The attorney docket/reference number is 442064-00001.

The applicant's current Correspondence Information:

Sandra Edelman

Dorsey & Whitney LLP

51 West 52nd Street

New York, New York 10019-6119

212.415.9200(phone)

212.953.7201(fax)

ny.trademark@dorsey.com (authorized)

A fee payment in the amount of $4225 has been submitted with the application, representing payment for 13 class(es).

Declaration

The signatory believes that: if the applicant is filing the application under 15 U.S.C. Section 1051(a), the applicant is the owner of the trademark/service mark sought to be registered; the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee is using the mark in commerce on or in connection with the goods/services in the application, and such use by the applicant's related company or licensee inures to the benefit of the applicant; the specimen(s) shows the mark as used on or in connection with the goods/services in the application; and/or if the applicant filed an application under 15 U.S.C. Section 1051(b), Section 1126(d), and/or Section 1126(e), the applicant is entitled to use the mark in commerce; the applicant has a bona fide intention to use or use through the applicant's related company or licensee the mark in commerce on or in connection with the goods/services in the application. The signatory believes that to the best of the signatory's knowledge and belief, no other person has the right to use the mark in commerce, either in the identical form or in such near resemblance as to be likely, when used on or in connection with the goods/services of such other person, to cause confusion or mistake, or to deceive. The signatory being warned that willful false statements and the like are punishable by fine or imprisonment, or both, under 18 U.S.C. Section 1001, and that such willful false statements and the like may jeopardize the validity of the application or any registration resulting therefrom, declares that all statements made of his/her own knowledge are true and all statements made on information and belief are believed to be true.

Declaration Signature

Signature: /se/   Date: 04/23/2014
Signatory's Name: Sandra Edelman
Signatory's Position: Attorney of Record, New York bar member
RAM Sale Number: 86260561
RAM Accounting Date: 04/24/2014

Serial Number: 86260561
Internet Transmission Date: Wed Apr 23 17:01:34 EDT 2014
TEAS Stamp: USPTO/BAS-XX.XXX.XX.XXX-2014042317013433
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