The provided reference does not discuss who invented milk toast, but it does explain the origin of the term "milquetoast." The term "milquetoast" refers to a timid or meek person and comes from the character Caspar Milquetoast.
Here's a breakdown of what the reference tells us:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Term | "Milquetoast" |
| Meaning | Describes a timid or meek person. |
| Origin | From a cartoon character named Caspar Milquetoast |
| Creator | Created by H.T. Webster |
| Comic Strip | Featured in Webster’s comic strip “The Timid Soul" in The New York World |
| Timeframe | Comic strip began in 1924 |
| Purpose | The strip humorously portrayed Milquetoast's pathetic efforts to avoid conflict. |
The reference clarifies the origin of the term "milquetoast" but not the origin of the food milk toast. Therefore, based on the provided reference, I cannot answer who invented milk toast.
