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Samuel R. Scottron

1841–1905

United States

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Samuel Raymond Scottron (c. February 1841 – October 14, 1908) was an African-American inventor, merchant, and businessman. He received six patents throughout his career for inventions including an improved mirror, a curtain rod, a supporting bracket, a pole tip, and two designs for window cornices.

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