United States

On October 25, 1949, Alicia Perez of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, was granted a patent for developing a novel process to extract vegetable oil, which promised to deliver higher yields and greater efficiency than previously known methods.

On May 2, 1911, Anna Marta Windrich, a resident of Lee, Massachusetts, was awarded a patent for a novel attachment designed to support ladies’ collars. This supporter prevented shirt collars from wrinkling while being worn.

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 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.

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 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.