Elias Howe

Entrepreneur

Birthday July 9, 1819

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Spencer, MA

DEATH DATE Oct 3, 1867 (48)

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About

Perfected the sewing machine that was then popularized by Isaac Bashevis Singer.

Before Fame

He worked as an apprentice in both a textile and mechanic factory.

Trivia

He also patented the first zipper, but never tried to market it.

Family Life

He married Elizabeth Jennings Ames in March 1841.

Associated With

He received a dedication from Paul McCartney and The Beatles in their movie Help! in the closing credits.