Candy Corn–Read Its Story
Candy corn is to Halloween what the candy cane is to Christmas. We may not dream of eating either of them, but each is the iconic candy for its holiday. […]
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Howard Johnson: Host of the Highway
Restaurateur Howard Johnson made a name for himself by building a chain of roadside restaurants and motor lodges throughout the country. Johnson emphasized quality control and a consistently good experience
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Dick and Jane: Story of These Early Readers
Dick and Jane books were the predominant readers in public schools from the 1940s through the early 1960s. The books were created by educator Williams S. Gray and former teacher
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Operation Pedro Pan
Operation Pedro Pan was an under-the-radar plan of the early 1960s to help families get their children out of Cuba before the Communist regime had complete control of the country.
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The Balloons in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade began in 1924 and was originally known as Macy’s Christmas Parade. To any retailer, the advent of the Christmas season has always been an important time.
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The Football Huddle: When Was It First Used?
The football huddle came about during the 1890s. This was about 25 years after intercollegiate football began being played in the United States. From the beginning, the game was popular
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