William Morrison (dentist)

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William Morrison (dentist)

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William James Morrison (1860–1926) was a dentist and inventor from Nashville, Tennessee, who is best known for developing the cotton candy machine.He was an avid inventor and has a number of inventions to his credit. One of them is the first cotton candy (originally named Fairy Floss) machine, which he constructed in cooperation with John C. Wharton. This electric machine that melted sugar and then used forced air to push it through a wire screen was introduced at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair. He was also a lawyer, author, and a leader of civic and political affairs.William Morrison later vecame President of the Tennessee State Dental Association.

Birth date 1860-01-01

Birth year 1860

Death date 1926-01-01

Death year 1926

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