Michael Joseph Owens

Biography

Michael Joseph Owens (1859-1923) transformed the glass industry through his inventive mind, most notably with the automatic bottle machine that reshaped manufacturing worldwide. His innovations brought efficiency and artistry together, and he became a beacon for American ingenuity on the global stage.

Though he had no desire for the spotlight, his enduring legacy is honored at Calvary Cemetery, where countless bottles and the people who benefited from them remain testaments to his creativity and dedication.