How Ohio Helped Invent the World: From The Airplane To The Yo-Yo

by Curt Dalton

Nearly everyone knows that the airplane was invented in Ohio, that Buckeye born Thomas Edison thought up the light bulb, that a hat to prevent and cure baldness was created in that same great state... Never heard of the hat? It's just one of many surprises that How Ohio Helped Invent the World has in store for its readers. Author Curt Dalton has combed the patent records and discovered that Ohio was responsible for numerous inventions, both great and small, including: Chewing Gum * Barbed Wire * Hot Dogs * Modern Beehive * Drinking Fountain * Live Savers Candy * Hamburger * Toe Holder for Sunbathers * Automobile Starter * Modern Golf Ball * Teflon... and many, many more! As an added bonus, fun and informative trivia on Ohio, as well as original patent drawings, have been included throughout the book. Sure to educate without being boring, How Ohio Helped Invent the World has been written to delight both young and old alike!

84 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2001

Reviews

[Katie Moran]

A fun and quick read full of interesting facts about the origins of a multitude of inventions!

[Margie]

A fascinating look at the myriad of discoveries, inventions and beginnings in Ohio. I knew there were many but had no idea of the breadth and depth of everything Ohio has contributed to the world. It truly seems to be the “Heart of it All”. The entries are short and many are accompanied by black and white drawings of the inventions. Those who love and appreciate technology will find this fascinating.

[Patrick]

Fun bunch of facts about Ohio inventions. I wish Ohio still supported this level of innovation.