Inventions 1860-1920

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  • Typewriter

    Typewriter
    The typerwriter was invented by Christopher Sholes in 1867. The typewriter affected office work and gave woman job opportunities which was very rare at the time. This invention made it easier to produce documents and other things that normally would've been written by hand.
  • Dynamite

    Dynamite
    Dynamite was invented by Alfred Nobel. Dynamite was used when creating railroads and blast through moutains.
  • Telephone

    Telephone
    The telephone was invented by Alexander Graham Bell. This made it easier to communicate with family, friends or emergncy personel. The telephone, like the typewriter gave woman job opportunities and made the workplace easier.
  • Phonograph

    Phonograph
    The Phonograph was invented by Thomas Edision. Phonographs were used to play music and record things.
  • Light Bulb

    Light Bulb
    The light bulb was invented by Thomas Edision. This affected the work place by creating longer hours and making it safer to work when light is limited.
  • CD player

    CD player
    The CD player, modern version of the record player, was invented by James T. Russell. Today we use cd's rather than records. It's easier to listen to music and isnt as large as the record player.
  • Apple Computer

    Apple Computer
    The Apple computer was founded by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne. Thsi is the mordern day typewriter. Today the computer is used for more than just typing but for going on the interenet and playing games.
  • iPhone

    iPhone
    The iPhone is was invented by Steve Jobs. Its the modern version of the telephone and can not only make calls but can text, play games and go on the internet.
  • Connected Light Bulbs

    Connected Light Bulbs
    Invented by a company called TCP, connected light bulbs is an easier way to comtrol your lights even when you aren't home. This has made it easier to control your home and can protect from burglary.