"William B. Sickels and Others vs. David L. Youngs and Stephen Cutter," 1855
THF123188 / "William B. Sickels and Others vs. David L. Youngs and Stephen Cutter," 1855
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Artifact Overview
Frederick Sickels patented a drop cut-off valve for steam engines in 1842. The holders of Sickels's patent sued George Corliss and other defendants in the mid-1800s, claiming Corliss's improvements in steam engine design -- based on a valve gear patented by Corliss in 1849 -- infringed on their patent. Powerful lawyers clashed in the U.S. Circuit Courts. Corliss's claim eventually won out.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Book
Date Made
1855
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Printed by William C. Bryant & Company, New York, New York.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Made in America
Object ID
00.861.4
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 9.375 in
Width: 6.25 in
Length: 0.5 in
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