United States

On May 25, 1926, Opal E. Kline of Glidden, Iowa, was granted a patent for a novel light reflector. The device was designed to provide high-quality illumination, feature a cost-effective construction, and have a uniquely shaped reflector capable of evenly lighting any circular area.

On December 17, 1940, Opal L. Reason of Waynesville, Ohio, was granted a patent for a novel device designed to help children sit comfortably in a chair. The device featured an adjustable, elongated strap that allowed the child to move freely while seated, providing both stability and comfort.

On June 24, 1941, Opal W. Chase of Little Rock, Arkansas, was granted a patent for a novel awning fan. The design aimed to create a device that was easy to attach and store while maintaining a simple yet effective construction.

On June 19, 1923, Princess Alice, wife of Prince Andrew of Greece and resident of St. Cloud, France, obtained a patent for a novel hair clip. Her design featured two pairs of tongs that could be adjusted to the hair and turned by 90 degrees, improving the curling effect and ensuring longer-lasting waves.

On October 16, 1923, Rhesa G. DuBois, of East Orange, New Jersey, was awarded a patent for a novel golf-cup device. The invention featured a cylindrical cup that kept the flag-staff upright, prevented turf damage, and allowed easy ball retrieval and debris removal.

On April 30, 1940, Rosalyn Litschgi of Saint Louis, Missouri, obtained a patent for a covered ash tray. Designed to accommodate cigarettes, cigars, and the stubs, her invention featured inclined grid rests that kept wrappers dry and allowed stubs to drop easily into the receptacle below.

On November 2, 1943, Rosalyn Litschgi of Saint Louis, Missouri, patented a covered ash tray with a novel system for holding cigarettes. With inclined grid supports and curved resting surfaces, her design kept wrappers dry and directed ashes neatly into the tray.

On March 21, 1933, Rosetta Rich Strasser of New York patented a novel covering designed to prevent discoloration and odors on the fingers used to hold a cigarette. Her design ranged from simple twin-finger sheaths to adjustable versions that gripped the cigarette more securely, offering women a clean, discreet way to smoke without staining their hands.

On May 22, 1906, Sara E. Wiltse, living in Boston, was awarded a patent for developing a novel apparatus consisting of stairs to enable small children to exercise. Date of Application: 20 November 1905

On February 2nd, 1895, Sarah Flora Belle O’Leary of Waverly, Kansas, patented a novel work-box specifically designed to hold ladies’ articles. Her improved design allowed for a simpler and more durable construction.