Ephraim Morris patented the car brake for railroads.
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Englishman John Walker invented modern-day wooden matches that create a flame through friction.
Inventor Harvey Hubbell patented the popular light bulb with a pull chain.
Willis Carrier invented the world's first electronic air conditioner.
Inventor Frederick E. Blaisdell patented the pencil in the US.
American businessman King Camp Gillette was granted his patent for the safety razor.
