Robert Pelham, US inventor
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Robert Pelham, US inventor
Robert Pelham (1859-1943), US inventor. Pelham invented a device to automate clerical tasks such as gluing slips of paper together. He also patented a device used for tabulation (1905) and a tallying machine (1913). Pelham invented these devices while working for the US Census Department from 1900 onwards. He also studied for a law degree, which he received in 1904. Earlier in his career, he had worked as a journalist, and when he retired he became editor of a black newspaper called The Washington Tribune. He also created the Capital News Service, a news agency devoted to black issues. Photograph published circa 1913
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This print showcases the remarkable Robert Pelham, a prominent US inventor whose contributions revolutionized clerical tasks and tabulation methods. Born in 1859, Pelham dedicated his life to technological advancements that streamlined administrative processes. While working for the US Census Department from 1900 onwards, he ingeniously invented a device capable of automating mundane activities like gluing slips of paper together. His brilliance didn't stop there; Pelham also patented a groundbreaking tabulation machine in 1905 and an innovative tallying machine in 1913. Beyond his inventive prowess, Pelham's intellectual pursuits were diverse. In addition to his engineering accomplishments, he pursued a law degree which he successfully obtained in 1904. Prior to this chapter of his career, Pelham had worked as a journalist before eventually becoming the esteemed editor of The Washington Tribune—a significant black newspaper at the time. Pelham's passion for journalism extended further when he established Capital News Service—an influential news agency committed to covering issues relevant to the Black community. This visionary inventor left an indelible mark on history through his inventions and dedication to amplifying marginalized voices. Published around 1913, this monochrome portrait captures not only the essence of Robert Pelham but also serves as a powerful reminder of how one individual can shape technology while simultaneously advocating for social progress during their lifetime.
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