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On October 27, 1908, Gina C. Crompton of Park City, Utah, patented a novel presser foot for sewing machines. Her invention featured a simple, low-cost design that made it easier to sew lace, piping, and braid without taking the machine apart, and let users work on the table instead of under the machine arm.

On November 21, 1882, Hanneh Branch, a U.S. inventor based in North San Juan, California, was awarded a patent for creating a novel cough remedy. The compound was prepared by combining common tar, honey, egg yolks, licorice, and port wine.

On April 16, 1912, Helen F. Trowbridge of Port Washington, New York, was granted a patent for innovations in soft toy design. Her invention introduced a novel method of stuffing toys to help maintain their shape while also addressing sanitary concerns.

On November 23, 1926, India M. Lee of Chicago, Illinois, was awarded a patent for a novel vanity box. Her invention featured multiple compartments, a cushion, and an interior mirror, providing women with a convenient accessory for their daily beauty routine.

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 September 21, 1904, Julie Beaudeneau of Paris was granted a patent for inventing a new fabric decoration process. Her innovative method allowed for the layering of colors in ways that were previously impossible with traditional printing techniques.

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