TIL George Cove, who invented the solar electric generator in 1905, was kidnapped and offered a home and $25,000 to quit - Upgoat - "what's upgoat?"

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TIL George Cove, who invented the solar electric generator in 1905, was kidnapped and offered a home and $25,000 to quit
submitted by Conspirologist to TIL 6 monthsOct 20, 2023 01:13:53 ago (+5/-2) (en.wikipedia.org)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Cove

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xmasskull 0 points 6 months ago

$25K in 1905 = $525K in today's money.