Front: Lyda D Newman a new & improved hair-brush on November 15th, 1898

African American, Lyda Newman of New York, patented a new and improved hair brush on November 15, 1898. Lydia Newman designed a brush that was easy to keep clean, very durable and easy to make, and provided ventilation during brushing by having recessed air chambers.

Inside: Blank, for your own message

Size of Card: 12.7cm x 17.8cm (5" x 7") portrait

Code: blk004

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