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Image of Elisha Graves Otis (1811-1861). American inventor, devised automatic safety brake for elevators 1852-53, patented a steam elevator 1861, founder of Otis Elevator Company. Original Artwork: Engraving by H B Hall's Sons. — Elisha Otis (Bettmann/Getty images)

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