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John Thurston
1777-01-01 – 1850-08-07
Life & Legacy
John Thurston (1777–1850) was an inventor who developed the use of slate beds and rubber cushions for billiard tables. He was dubbed "the father of the billiards trade."
In 1799, he founded a business to make billiard tables as well as general cabinet making. The company, Thurston & Co. Ltd, continues in business.
Occupation & Career
inventor, author, entrepreneur, translator, design engineer, tradesperson
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q15821592 — wikidata View source
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