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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 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 June 11, 1918, Dorothy Hooper, a UK citizen living in Nahant, Massachusetts, was granted a patent for inventing a novel inflatable raft. The raft featured multiple independent air compartments designed to maintain stability and could be easily folded for storage.

On September 19, 1922, Elva Bowman, a UK citizen residing in Fort Wayne, Indiana, was granted a patent for a novel chiropractic table. Her design featured a highly durable, adjustable construction that could be customized to accommodate the patient’s body.

On 1 September, 1925, Elzie Harness of Bloomington, Illinois, was awarded a patent for a durable, lightweight golf club head. The design featured an aluminum casing with a secured hardwood insert for enhanced strength and resistance to wear.

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.