RENOWNED CHEMIST & INVENTOR DR. RUTH ROGAN BENERITO

Estate of Dr. Ruth Rogan Benerito, Chemist, Researcher, Inventor & Educator who revolutionized the textile industry, notably her contributions to the development of wash-and-wear/wrinkle free cotton fabrics, Laboratory Equipment & Medicine. She held 55 patents. Born in New Orleans January 12, 1916 - Died October 5, 2013 at the age of 97. Graduate of Newcomb, Tulane, & University of Chicago. Dr. Ruth Benerito led a team of researchers while working for the U.S. Department of Agriculture laboratories in New Orleans. Among numerous National awards, Dr. Ruth Benerito most recently was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2008. Contents from the Estate include Antique & Vintage Furniture, Collectibles from her career as a Chemist, teacher and world traveler. Great selection of Eclectic books of interest from her lifelong study of Chemistry to history, art & Southern themes, Tulane Yearbooks from the 1920-30's , extensive collection of Vintage Postcards, Exquisite selection of Costume Jewelry and some Mardi Gras pieces. 2 Vintage Analytical Balance Scales, beautiful piece of Shearwater Pottery, Waterford Crystal, African Carved Folk Art, Fostoria Crystal, Vintage Handmade Quilts, Linens, some Sterling, Newcomb & Tulane memorabilia, Hummel Figures, Wedgwood , Porcelain, Art Glass, American Brilliant Crystal, Belleck, Hiesey Punchbowl, United Daughters of the Confederacy Pins & Medals from Conventions1903, (Dr. Beneritos grandfather fought in the Civil War). Collectible portfolio of 8 full color Grandma Moses prints, Crystal Chandeliers, Lift Chair in excellent condition, vintage handpainted fans, much more! Have A Great Southern Day!