Black Inventors
Who, What, When, Where, Why?
Learn all about the Dough Kneader by reading each part below (Chandler/White, 1986).Who?
Judy Reed improved the dough kneading and rolling machine. Reed is also important for being one of the first black women to receive a patent. She is known as pioneer and an inspiration to people who believe in the equal rights of everyone.What?
The kneading and rolling machine was very important because a lot of people need bread to eat. Improving the machine was important.When?
This kneading and rolling machine was invented in 1884.Where?
She invented her machine in Washington, D.C., a large city.Why?
Kneading and rolling dough by hand in Washington, D.C. in the 1880's was messy and time consuming. The dough machines of the time sometimes made dirty dough. Reed's machine made a lot of dough without the hard work while keeping the dough clean and sanitary.
Importance of Dough Kneader in Life:
Bread is a staple today as it was back then. That means that people need it to live. Bakeries have to make a lot of bread to keep everyone fed. Reed's dough kneading and rolling machine allowed a lot of people to have clean, good quality bread.
Here is a drawing of part of Reed's dough kneading and rolling machine.
Researched by Vincent Childress, North Carolina A&T State University
Drawing by Vincent Childress.
Photo by Hemera Photo Objects [Clipart CD].
Reference:
Chandler/White Publishing Company, Inc. (1986). A Salute to Black Inventors. Chicago: author. [A series of booklets on black inventors for elementary school.] (312) 280-9451Last Update: 9-26-02