William F. Spencer's 1876 School Desk and Seat Patent Model
National Museum of American History

William F. Spencer's 1876 School Desk and Seat Patent Model

Spencer, William F. · 1876

wood (overall material)
National Museum of American History
CC0 — Public Domain
National Museum of American History

William F. Spencer from Richmond, Indiana, received a U.S. patent for an improved combined school desk. Patent no. 176701 was issued on April 25, 1876.

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