Pennington was an American automotive venture associated with Edward Joel Pennington that operated across several states, including Ohio, New York, and Wisconsin, between 1894 and 1900. Before entering the automobile business, Pennington had already established a reputation as a skilled promoter of ambitious commercial schemes, having floated companies related to freight elevators, airships, and monorails. His approach to launching new ventures typically involved visiting local banks or businessmen's clubs, presenting…