Inventor of microphone to receive Franklin Gold Medal. On May 15th, Emile Berliner, Washington Scientist, will appear for the third time. the Franklin Institute of Philadelphia, this time to receive their highest award, the Franklin Gold Medal. Diaphramed walls for perfecting acoustics in audit
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