Melville Reuben Bissell
Melville Reuben Bissell | |
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Image of Bissell from History of the City of Grand Rapids | |
| Born | September 25, 1843 Hartwick, New York, United States |
| Died | March 15, 1889 (aged 45) Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Inventor businessman |
| Known for | invented the modern carpet sweeper |
| Spouse | Anna Sutherland Bissell |
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Melville Reuben Bissell (September 25, 1843 – March 15, 1889) was an American entrepreneur who invented the modern carpet sweeper. The Bissell corporation is named after him.