Simpson, Howard, 1892-1963
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Simpson, Howard Woodworth, 1892-1963.
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Howard Woodworth Simpson was born on May 8, 1892 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The family moved to Detriot where Howard finished high school and an apprentice program at Cadillac Motor Company before earning a degree in mechanical engineering at the University of Michigan. Simpson joined the engineering staff of Henry Ford & Son, Inc. in 1918. He worked directly under Henry Ford on tractor and transmission design. Simpson was the head designer of the 9N Fordson tractor until his resignation on January 29, 1939. He died November 4, 1963 six months after being awarded the distinguished title of Outstanding Michigan Inventor by the Michigan Patent Law Association.
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Agricultural implements
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