Clatonia Joaquin Dorticus of Newton, New Jersey received patent number 535,820 for a device for applying coloring liquids to sides of soles or heels of shoes. His invention was a brush that produced a brighter finish. Dorti...cus later received patent numbers 537,442 April 16, 1895 for a method of mounting and embossing photographs, 537,968 April 23, 1895 for a photographic print or negative washer, and 629,315 July 18, 1899 for a hose lead stop. Other than the fact that he was born in Cuba, little else is known of Dorticus’ life.