The Waterworks - #Fridayfunfact The flushing toilet was invented by John Harrington in 1596, which is where we get the nickname “the John.” We also call the toilet “the crapper” because of
Schuler Service Inc. - It's time for #FunFactFriday! Do you know why some people call the toilet "The John"? The flushing toilet was invented by a man named John Harrington in 1596.
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