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Charles A. Catlin

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Charles Albert Catlin (1849-1916) was an American chemist, inventor, and author.

He was born in Burlington, Vermont, and graduated from the University of Vermont in 1872.

He was a chemist at the Rumford Chemical Works in Providence, RI for forty years and the inventor of chemical processes for phosphates.[1]

He was a charter member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers.

He wrote "Baking Powders: A Treatise" published by Rumford Chemical Works in 1899.[2]

In 1887, he analyzed samples relating to the Sylvester Manor on Shelter Island.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Dr. C. A. Catlin". Nature. 97 (2429): 246. May 18, 1916.
  2. ^ "Baking Powders". The Online Books Page.
  3. ^ "Catlin, Charles A: Providence, RI: 1887 December 3 & 9". NYU Libraries.