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Locomotive Signal Light Patent Model

date made
1871
patent date
1872-07-23
inventor
Dick, Andrew
ID Number
DL.331332
catalog number
331332
patent number
129,797
accession number
88881
Description (Brief)
Dick’s improvement in “Signal-Lights for Locomotives” included a combination of a stationary and a moveable headlight which could also identify the train name or number.
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Invention for Construction of Lamps for Burning Volatile Ingredients

date made
1841
patent date
1841-09-11
inventor
Jennings, Isaiah
ID Number
DL.331173
catalog number
331173
patent number
2,254
accession number
88881
Description (Brief)
Jennings held patents for a variety of inventions, including the friction match and a threshing machine. This one, for a “Vapor Burner,” related to lamps and lighting.