Jan Matzeliger invented a mechanism for distributing tacks, nails, etc. and received patent 415,726 on 11/26/1899. Jan Matzeliger machines were for the mass production of shoes.
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Jan Matzeliger - Mechanism for distributing tacks, nails, etc.
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