Martin A. Couney

Martin A. Couney

Physician Martin A. Couney set up infant incubator shows at Coney Island, Atlantic City, and World's Fairs, charging 25¢ to view premature babies. He offered free care for 'weakling babies', proving the success of incubators. He saved over 6,500 babies from 1900-1943.

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