b. October 18, 1831 and d. January 23, 1895

American inventor. He devised a useful form of dynamo, used for elevators and hoisting apparatus. In 1854 he established a business of repairing tools used in the hat-shops. His improvements in hat-making were his shaving-machines, stretchers, blockers, pressers, ironers and sewing-machines. In 1861 he manufactures revolvers and afterward mowing-machines, having invented a driving mechanism for such machines. His first electrical invention, a dynamo, was for railroad trains; and a dynamo for low speeds which has proved valuable. He made improvements in armatures. He invented the magnetic balance by which iron can be weighed magnetically.

There is a joy in sturdy manhood still,
Bravery is joy; and he who says, I will,
And turns with swelling heart and dares the fates,
With firm resolve upon his purpose waits,
Is happier for the deed; and he whose share
Is honest toil, pits that against dull care.

—Will Carleton

1404—Hats were first made at Paris by a Swiss.

1510—Hats were first manufactured in England.

1580—Embroidered gloves introduced into England.

1666—Cashmere shawls brought to England.