Theophilus Carter was an African American inventor and entrepreneur known for his contributions to the development of furniture and innovative mechanical devices in the 19th century. He is most recognized for creating the "mechanical shoe," a unique invention that combined a shoehorn and a shoe polisher, designed to make it easier for people to put on shoes. Carter was also credited with various advancements in furniture design, particularly in the use of mechanisms that allowed for multifunctional and more efficient furniture pieces.
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