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Thomas Elkins was an African-American inventor and patent holder known for his improvements to the chamber commode in the 1870s. He patented an early version of the modern toilet system with a hinged seat and a pan underneath for waste disposal. Elkins' invention aimed to provide a more sanitary and efficient solution for indoor Plumbing during a time when many households lacked proper sanitation infrastructure. His contributions to bathroom technology have had a lasting impact on public health and hygiene practices.

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