It was this date in 1917, that the Immigration Bill of 1917 was passed by Congress.  They overrode President Woodrow Wilson’s veto by more than a two-thirds majority.  Immigration was  not forbidden, but the “undesirables” were forbidden from entry.  In other words, no homosexuals, Asians, nor physically or mentally deficient persons.  I’m so glad that is no longer something that […]

Not sure when this observance began, but on this date in 2014 (that’s today) we are celebrating World Cancer Day.  So  be sure to check out all the events that might be happening online and near you.  We can work together for a cure to this horrible disease! For more info: http://www.worldcancerday.org/ http://www.examiner.com/article/world-cancer-day-global-event-shines-spotlight-on-cancer-awareness http://cooks.ndtv.com/article/show/world-cancer-day-2014-foods-that-prevent-cancer-478762

On this date in 1690, the first paper currency was issued in the U. S. —specifically, it was the Massachusetts Bay Colony.  This promissory note stated that when the war ended, the bearer of the note would be able to trade it for two shillings from the British treasury.  They were called bills of credit. For more info: http://www.numismatics.org/Exhibits/FunnyMoney7a http://legacy.stacks.com/Lot/ItemDetail/56824 […]

It was on this date in 1964, that Hasboro debuted the very popular G.I. Joe.  The Barbie doll had been so successful for girls, and this became the #1 toy for boys. For more info: http://vintageoldtoys.com/gi-joe-military-action-figure/ http://thepeoplehistorytoday.blogspot.com/2014/02/gi-joe-launched-1964-following-success.html

I have a personal story tied to today’s feature.  On this date in 2003, the Columbia space shuttle disintegrated upon reëntry, killing all seven astronauts on board.  Let me tell you my personal story.  I had won a special evening out at an auction, and we had to use it before it expired.  My husband and I didn’t always enjoy […]

Today’s feature is extremely important to most of us in everyday life.  On this date in 1930, 3M began marketing Scotch tape.  It was Scotch Cellulose Tape, and it was extremely important in the Depression Era.  Water had been needed to seal cellophane, but now no water was needed.  Richard Drew was the inventor, and eventually his tape became known […]

It just so happens that I wouldn’t be typing today’s blog post if weren’t for  today’s feature.  On this date in 2007, Microsoft rolled out its much-anticipated Windows Vista as well as Microsoft Office 2007.  Five years had passed since the release of Windows XP, and this was a much-anticipated release.  Unfortunately, it was fraught with problems.  I can attest […]

“Nevermore” became the word of the day on this date in 1845 with the publication of Edgar Allen Poe’s popular poem The Raven. For more information: http://famousdaily.com/history/poe-the-reaven-first-published.html http://www.answers.com/topic/the-raven-published http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Raven http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/calendar-activities/raven-published-1845-20400.html

Any Alice in Wonderland fans out there?  On this date in 1832, the author of this book was born–Lewis Carroll.  His birth name was Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, and he was an English writer, mathematician, logician, Anglican deacon and photographer. For more info: http://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/lewis-carroll.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lewis_Carroll http://www.online-literature.com/carroll/

On this date in 1947, one of the most infamous gangsters of all time died–Al Capone.  He had been arrested in 1929, and he was sentenced to eleven years in prison.  In the last eight years of his life, he lived in South Beach, Florida.  He had syphilis, and he had the mental capacity of a 12-year-old (after having a […]