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    What device did Thomas Edison secretly help develop in a scheme to have it named after his arch-rival, George Westinghouse?

    Question #61619. Asked by LeakyPickle. (Jan 10 06 7:27 PM)


    peasypod

    		According to this 'Outrageous Guide' it was the electric chair.

    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/product-description/0385483767/103-5749246-8924665

    Jan 10 06, 8:47 PM
    LeakyPickle

    		Well done!

    Jan 11 06, 2:05 PM

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