Thomas Edison is typically remembered for inventing the light bulb. But did you know he was also responsible for creating a much more sinister device?
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Thomas Edison is typically remembered for inventing the light bulb. But did you know he was also responsible for creating a much more sinister device?
Added: Aug 23, 2011
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