1848 – “Mr. Eisenbrass” by Dr. Lube
Dr. Lube's 'Mr. Eisenbrass' Characteristics: Electrically powered – electro-magnets, solenoids Rubber skin Activated by piano-style keyboard Stand-up. bow, sit down. Electro-mechanical voice styled after Prof. Faber's machine From 'The Racine Advocate' 10th May 1848 p1 Article also appeared in Scientific American Vol3#34-13May1848 p272 but written in 3rd person. [Note that some of the pre-amble hasn't …