John Nepomuk Maelzel (1772-1838)
German-born inventor and showman; exhibited nearby at Maelzel's Hall, 1826-1831, assisted by Wm. Schlumberger. His Automaton Chess Player (The Turk) was famous for games with Franklin & Napoleon. He patented a metronome; made hearing aids for Beethoven.
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Marker data: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission via data.pa.gov
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