Alberta B. Lewis, GB189610900A
Improvements in and relating to Bicycles.
Image credit: Lewis, A.B. (1896)
On July 4, 1896, Alberta Beatrice Lewis, Gentlewoman of Maida Vale, London, was granted a patent for a novel device designed to keep a bicycle upright when at rest. The forked apparatus could be mounted to the bicycle frame, helping ladies and beginners gain confidence while learning to ride.
Date of Application: 21 May 1896
Date of Issuance: 4 July 1896
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