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On June 27, 1911, Ava R. Coleman of Palmyra, Virginia, patented a magnetic tilting-board game. Using irregularly rolling balls and a hidden, pivoting magnet that disrupted their paths, her design added mystery, challenge, and surprise to simple chance-and-skill play.

On September 14, 1901, Baroness Agnes Bischoffshausen of Coelnische, near Kassel, patented a novel system for making buttonholes. Her invention introduced pre-made buttonhole strips that could be sewn directly onto clothing or linens, replacing time-consuming hand stitching.

On October 22, 1898, Baroness Gabrielle Heyking, Seignory of Mews, patented a collapsible water-holding apparatus featuring a hinged, foldable frame designed to support a waterproof sheet. The invention provided a portable and space-saving solution for holding or carrying water, particularly suited for bathing or washing purposes.

On September 23, 1899, Baroness Magdalene von Linck of Heidelberg patented a portable sanitary bed covering. Her invention consisted of paired disinfected and linen covers that could be fastened over hotel bedding to ensure cleanliness and prevent the spread of disease while traveling.

On April 1, 1938, Beatrice G. Bryant, a resident of Oklahoma City, was awarded a patent for developing a novel vanity case designed to prevent loose powder from sifting out while still making it accessible to the puff.

On December 8, 1894, Belle C. Sabin, a musician from Minneapolis, Minnesota, patented a novel cooking kettle. Her invention featured protective covers for both the body and the lip, designed to maintain a consistent temperature and prevent steam from escaping.

On August 15, 1950, Bernice Hulbert of Chicago, Illinois, was granted a patent for an innovative toy ball. This unique design featured a figure mounted inside the ball, engineered to roll and consistently come to an upright position, delighting children with its playful motion.

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.

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.

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.