Benjamin Law (inventor)
Benjamin Law was born around 1773 in Gomersal, Yorkshire the son of George Law and Mary Wilby. He is credited by many authors as the inventor of the shoddy process. Benjamin Law set up his business at Howley Mill.
A memorial to Benjamin Law is in the grounds of Batley Parish Church.
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