United States

On August 14, 1900, Isabella Miller of Union Ridge, West Virginia, was granted a patent for a novel awning designed to protect the roof and sides of a building from the sun.

On June 26, 1917, Jennie Kelley of Chicago was awarded a patent for a wheeled golf bag, which eliminated the inconvenience of carrying heavy clubs on players’ shoulders and ensured the clubs remained stable when not in motion.

On June 20, 1916, Leila M. Taylor of Salem, Massachusetts, was granted a patent for a novel container designed for small, pointed instruments. Her invention was specifically intended for dental broaches and provided a convenient and aseptic storage solution.

On May 28, 1940, Lela E. Booher of New York was granted a patent for a new vitamin concentrate. Her invention featured a complex of vitamin B₁ and G, formulated through an advanced extraction and absorption process to enhance well-being.

On March 28, 1950, Lela M. Sherman of Dewey, Illinois, was granted a patent for a novel gauge. Designed to measure angles and bevels accurately, it featured a ruler, a pivoting protractor, and built-in levels for precise alignment.

On January 29, 1901, Florentine L. Kellogg, resident of Santa Barbara, was awarded a patent for developing a novel dial for weighting scales. Date of Application: 5 April 1900 Date of Issuance: 29 January 1901

On August 1, 1950, Lillian A. Spengler patented a slip-on garment for bedridden patients, allowing quick dressing and removal without lifting the wearer. Her design used a divided back panel with a reinforced gusset to spread and fold the garment easily while avoiding strain on seams or fasteners.

On November 19, 1901, Lillian C. Karr patented an innovative railway signaling device designed to activate an electric signal only when a train passed over it in a specific direction. Her mechanism used a depressible bar and a suction-controlled piston system to time the signal, while preventing activation when approached from the opposite direction.

On June 11, 1898, Lillian Granville Walker, a gentlewoman of Boston, Massachussetts, patented an improved corset for athletic use, designed to fit smoothly under the bust, eliminate side wrinkles, and allow full freedom of movement.

On September 12, 1950, Lillian R. Kubias patented a turn-signaling device with illuminated transparent arms that extended from a vehicle to indicate direction. The system used solenoids and timed circuits to automatically deploy, flash, and retract the signal arms.