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Angell, William Gorham

inventor, was born Nov. 21, 1811, in Providence, R. I. In 1838 he became manager of the Eagle Screw company, which subsequently was merged into the American Screw company. His inventive mind was fertile in expedients for the improvement of machinery; and he was also a successful architect and builder, and a good draughtsman. H e He was the inventor of the famous screw-making machine, which has revolutionized that business. He was a liberal supporter of public charities. He died May 30, 1870, in Providence, R. I.

His son, Edwin Gorham Angell, now conducts the business.