On January 28, 1868

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On Jan. 28, 1868, Amariah Hills of Hockanum, Connecticut, received the first US patent for a reel-type lawn mower.



Interesting that it was being made at "Colt's Armory." Something about swords to plowshares comes to mind. But then again, the lawn and mower were something of a mix of blessings for the following generations. @ninnymary 's and others' astro landscapings are probably wholeheartedly agreed to by many husbands.

Steve

 

[ninnymary]

Ok, the only place I have astro landscaping is in the back for the kids's play structure. I decided not to go that route in the front. The front lawn area is so tiny that it doesn't use up much water.

Thought you were going to refer to our Ploughshare nursery.

Mary