William Chester Ruth
(1882-1971)
African American inventor who opened a blacksmith and machine shop here in 1923. He did metal work and repairs, primarily for Pennsylvania German farmers. Ruth designed and patented many agricultural devices, most notably his 1928 baler feeder. He also applied his talents to designing and building military devices. An esteemed community member, he was spiritual leader at the Church of Christ in Ercildoun, where he lived.
Marker is on Lincoln Highway US30 0.2 miles west of White Horse Road PA 897, on the right when traveling west.
Courtesy hmdb.org
