Miriam Benjamin
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What happened with Miriam Benjamin on 17 July, 1888

17 July, 1888

Miriam Benjamin received U.S. Patent No. 386,242 for her invention, the Gong and Signal Chair for Hotels. This marked a significant achievement, making her the second African-American woman to receive a patent. The invention was designed to improve service in hotels and potentially other settings by allowing patrons to discreetly signal for assistance.
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