The Slinky: Invented by a man but made famous by a woman - WHYY
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Born on the water in Philadelphia, the Slinky was developed by one of the first great women of the American toy industry. Betty James always insisted the Slinky be sold relatively cheaply, even when its popularity could have commanded a higher retail price.
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