Patent Pills

Bertha E. Archer, GB189315944A
On October 7, 1893, Bertha Eveline Archer, a resident of Penair, Truro, Cornwall, was awarded a patent for developing a portable whistle designed to attach to bellows. The whistle could be sounded as a warning, particularly for invalids.
Bertha E. Archer, GB189315944A
1 min read GB
Bessie R. Callow, US1259209A
On March 12, 1918, Bessie Roberta Callow of Salt Lake City, Utah, patented a coin envelope featuring a row of pockets, each designed to hold a token securely in place. Her invention improved the stability and organization of coins during mailing or other forms of transport.
Bessie R. Callow, US1259209A
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Beulah L. Henry, US1063031A
On May 27, 1913, Beulah Louise Henry of Charlotte, North Carolina, received a patent for an improved bag with a covering that could be easily changed to match clothing of different colors.
Beulah L. Henry, US1063031A
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Bianca Bertelli Comparini; Albina Rossi Capecchi, GB191115098A
On November 23, 1911, Bianca Comparini Bertelli and Albina Rossi Capecchi of Fiesole, Italy, received a patent for new methods of making artificial flowers, leaves, fruits, feathers, and birds using ramie or similar plant fibres.
Bianca Bertelli Comparini; Albina Rossi Capecchi, GB191115098A
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Catherine D. Bogle, GB189921000A
On August 18, 1900, Catherine Dorothea Bogle of London was granted a patent for an innovative golf ball retriever. Her device featured a spring clip that could be attached to a golf club, allowing players to retrieve balls from the hole without bending down.
Catherine D. Bogle, GB189921000A
1 min read GB
Chiara Gentili, FR454970A
On July 19, 1913, Chiara Gentili, an Italian inventor, patented a mannequin based on anthropometric measurements. Her design used proportions derived from the middle finger to create realistic forms for educational and professional training.
Chiara Gentili, FR454970A
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Clara A. Vaughan Morgan, GB189503096A
On March 3, 1894, Clara Ann Vaughan Morgan of Kensington, London, patented a novel tooth-cleaning powder. Her formulation combined chalk, pumice stone, borax, sapo animalis (animal soap), oil of cloves, and carmine.
Clara A. Vaughan Morgan, GB189503096A
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Clara Christie, GB189324075A
On March 3, 1894, Clara Christie, a London court dressmaker, patented a combined stand and holder for pins, needles, and other sewing aids. Her design incorporated a specially arranged base with an upright spindle to secure tape and reels of cotton during sewing.
Clara Christie, GB189324075A
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Clara E. Woodworth, GB189615036A
On October 24, 1896, Clara Evelyn Woodworth, living in London (Ontario), Canada, was awarded a patent for designing a novel corset. Date of Application: 7 July 1896 Date of Issuance: 24 October 1896
Clara E. Woodworth, GB189615036A
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Claudia Korp, US1442157A
On January 16, 1923, Claudia Korp, a resident of Robinson, Illinois, was granted a patent for inventing an innovative auxiliary bed that could be easily folded, arranged, and stored when needed.
Claudia Korp, US1442157A
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