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James Appleby – Complete Biography, History, and Inventions

James Appleby was among the early inventors who developed the Calculating incredible machine to aid in money calculation. He borrowed the idea of the Abacus and developed his reliable but straightforward device.

Early life

James Ramsey Cuthbert Appleby was born on 2 January 1807 in Shaftesbury, Dorset. He was a child of George (1767-1841) and Elizabeth Appleby. 

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Career: Linsey Maker and Hosier

James worked as a linsey maker and later followed his father’s steps to becoming a Hosier. No record shows whether Appleby started as a Linsey maker or developed his invention first.

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Career: Parish Clerk

James Appleby later became a clerk at St. James’ Church. He was responsible for all the parish records and accounts. His early experience as a Hosier had a significant impact on his new career as a clerk.

What did James Appleby Invent?

James Appleby invented the money-calculating machine. The device is labeled: “Accountant Machine by RC Appleby, Saint James, Shaftesbury, Dorset, 1856”. A stylus is present in a fitted compartment.

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