United States

Mae Birney, US662757A
On November 27, 1900, Mae Birney of New Whatcom, WA, received a patent for a novel jar closure featuring an improved flange lock designed to prevent liquids from leaking out.
Mae Birney, US662757A
Francesca Chiaradia
Jun 20, 2024 1 min read US
Mamie Trimble, US916901A
On March 30, 1909, Mamie Trimble, a resident of Columbus, Kansas, was awarded a patent for developing a novel book holder designed to expedite reading by keeping books open. Date of Application: 4 August 1908
Mamie Trimble, US916901A
Francesca Chiaradia
Jun 20, 2024 1 min read US
Marjorie H. Winn, US817460A
On April 10, 1906, Marjorie H. Winn of New York was granted a patent for a novel book tag. Unlike adhesive labels, her design utilized a clip-and-slip system, allowing it to be easily attached and removed without damaging the book.
Marjorie H. Winn, US817460A
Francesca Chiaradia
Last updated on Mar 5, 2025 1 min read US
Martha Banach, US1618144A
On February 15, 1927, Martha Banach of New York received a patent for a novel hair waver. The device features two adjacent corrugated plates sized to match the desired width of the hair wave.
Martha Banach, US1618144A
Francesca Chiaradia
Jun 20, 2024 1 min read US
Martha P. Codman, US50906A
On November 14, 1865, Martha P. Codman, then residing in Boston, was awarded a patent for designing a novel drinking vessel. Her invention was intended to enable a sick person lying horizontally to drink comfortably without needing to change position.
Martha P. Codman, US50906A
Francesca Chiaradia
Jun 20, 2024 1 min read US
Martha Thal, US2248289A
On July 8, 1941, Martha Thal of Chicago received a patent for developing a novel method for producing industrial pies. Her process aimed to preserve the aromas of home-baked pies by quickly freezing the unbaked product.
Martha Thal, US2248289A
Francesca Chiaradia
Jun 20, 2024 1 min read US
Mary A. Curtis, US136308A
On February 25, 1873, Mary Ann Curtis, a resident of San Francisco, was granted a patent for a novel medicine designed to alleviate inflammation and rheumatism. Date of Application: -
Mary A. Curtis, US136308A
Francesca Chiaradia
Jun 20, 2024 1 min read US
Mary H. Ramsaur, US92209A
On July 6, 1869, Mary H. Ramsaur, a resident of Lincolnton, North Carolina, was granted a patent for a novel medicine designed to alleviate rheumatism, neuralgia, and general soreness. Date of Application: -
Mary H. Ramsaur, US92209A
Francesca Chiaradia
Jun 20, 2024 1 min read US
Olivia E. Vaughan, US1665900A
On April 10, 1928, Olivia E. Vaughan of Newark, New Jersey, was granted a patent for a novel tennis racket carrier. Her innovative design allowed the bag to hold multiple rackets while easily adjusting to their size, providing convenience and flexibility for the owner.
Olivia E. Vaughan, US1665900A
Francesca Chiaradia
Last updated on Mar 5, 2025 1 min read US
Olivia Morgan Burwell, US2218765A
On August 29, 1939, Olivia Morgan Burwell of Phoenix, Arizona, received a patent for a foldable bed screen to protect sleepers from insects and animals. The design fit standard bed frames, had rounded corners for safety, and could be adjusted for partial or full coverage.
Olivia Morgan Burwell, US2218765A
Francesca Chiaradia
Last updated on Mar 5, 2025 1 min read US