African-American Pioneer Crossword Puzzle
Ages 9 & up
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Word Bank
CR PATTERSON
HENRY BAKER
LIONEL PAGE
SOYBEAN
WILLIAM HALE
CURTIS BRYANT
JOHN JOHNSON
NORMAN JACKSON
STREET SWEEPER
WILLIAM PHELPS
EDWARD THOMAS
JOHN THOMPSON
NUT LOCK
TRAFFIC SIGNAL
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He patented a swivel pipe-joint apparatus designed to be used in washing vehicles of various
kinds. (Hint: Look at floor for his patent)
A well-known heavy-weight boxer, he patented this item in Spring of April 1922. Patent
#1413121
He collected the names of known African-American inventors who applied for United States
patents and wrote a book with this information.
The Auxiliary Circulating Device for Automobile Heaters was patented in August 22, 1939,
by this African-American.
Garrett Morgan was known for what modified innovative T-shaped patent (#1475074) still
used today?
His invention made improvements to the inner tube construction of pneumatic tires.
He created a protective cover device for automobiles. Patent number 1999171
Charles Brooks patented improvements for this type of truck on March 17, 1896.
This African-American owned family business is the only recorded manufacturer of
automobiles in the early 1900s.
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He created an automobile key and license holder.
His patent, #1672212, was a vehicle that could be driven from either end. Who am I?
He patented a motor vehicle elevating and parking devices that could be used for storing or
parking cars in lots or in garages.
8. Eratus J. Clark received a patent, #308876 on December 9, 1884, for what revised idea?
11. George Washington Carver devised plastic from what plant?
Key code posted along wall exiting into AACA Museum main exhibits.
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