A quirky little piece of the Empire State's history, the first toilet paper patent was given out to a New York business man back in 1891. Resources are available for Arizona residents to help inventors and entrepreneurs learn more about protecting their intellectual property.It turns out that the original idea for perforated toilet paper was patented in 1871 as patent number US117355A. Apply to Specialist, Patent Analyst, General Counsel and more! The correct way a roll of toilet paper should be put on a holder: end in front or behind the roll and why? This page provides information on the types of patents and types of patent applications, and the examination process. SUBTLE SCENT: A subtle scent of Aloe Vera, Phoenix toilet tissue soothes and purifies for added cleanliness and luxury fragrance.