Patent Pills

On December 18, 1928, Charity Smith of Ithaca, New York, patented an improved “rag doll” design. Her method used specially shaped, pre-printed fabric patterns with dart seams to create natural curves at the elbows, knees, and neck — producing lifelike, easily made stuffed figures without the bulky gathers of earlier dolls.

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.

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.

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.

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

On June 23, 1894, Clara Hedwig Martini of Leipzig was granted a patent for developing a novel floating device. Her invention featured a lightweight floating structure, designed to facilitate swift movement through the water.

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.

On November 10, 1903, Cleo O. Young of Rialto, California, was granted a patent for a novel paper holder. Her invention streamlined the industrial packing process by using a needle-point mechanism that allowed packers to wrap fruit more quickly and efficiently.

On November 28, 1922, Clover Lewell Perkins of Highland Park, Illinois, patented an innovative newspaper design that reduced printing costs for classified advertisements. Her system separated classified ads into a smaller supplement distributed only to readers who requested it, using matching coupons to link the main paper and the supplement for accurate distribution and accounting.

On February 17, 1898, Cora Alma Polson of Riley, Kentucky, was granted a patent for an innovative poultry perch. Her design not only provided a stable roosting spot for poultry but also helped keep parasites away, ensuring healthier birds and improved hygiene.