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Miriam E. Benjamin was and African-American school teacher who was born a free woman on September 16, 1861. She passed away in 1947 at the age of 85-86 years old (depending on the time of year which is unknown).

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Where is Miriam E Benjamin from?

And Washington D.C.


How old is Miriam E Benjamin?

123


Miriam e benjamin invented what?

the gong and signal chair


What year was she born miriam Benjamin?

she was born in 1992, 20 august


When was Miriam Benjamin the inventor born?

Miriam Benjamin was a teacher in addition to being an inventor. She was born in Charleston, South Carolina on September 16, 1861 and died in Boston, Massachusetts in 1947.


Does Miriam Benjamin have Family members?

Miriam Benjamin was a Washington D.C. school teacher and the second black woman to receive a patent. Miriam Benjamin received a patent for an invention she called a Gong and Signal Chair for Hotels. Her invention allowed hotel customer to summon a waiter from the comfort of their chair. A button on the chair would buzz the waiters' station and a light on the chair would let the wait staff know who wanted service. Miriam Benjamin's invention was adapted and used in the United States House of Representatives. Below you can view the actual patent issued to Miriam Benjamin on July 17, 1888.


When was Benjamin E. Russell born?

Benjamin E. Russell was born in 1845.


When was Benjamin E. Bates born?

Benjamin E. Bates was born in 1808.


What is Miriam Benjamin's biography?

she invented a chair


When did Miriam Benjamin die?

she died in 1974 when she was 84


When was the birth of Miriam Benjamin?

no one knows it is undentifed


Did Miriam Benjamin have a sister?

Yes, Miriam Benjamin had a sister named Mary. They were both significant figures, with Miriam being known for her accomplishments as an inventor and educator. Mary also contributed to their family's legacy, although detailed information about her life is less well-documented compared to Miriam's.