1941 - The first issue of “Parade” went on sale. Today, it’s the most widely read newspaper magazine in the U.S.
Fact of the Day
Tooth brushing in the United States didn’t become a regular habit until after World War II, when U.S. soldiers continued the tooth brushing that had been required during their military service.
Nature Oddities
The name “ferret” is derived from the Latin word “furittus", meaning “little thief.” The name refers to the common ferret habit of hiding small items they have taken.
Food and Drink
American cheese has become so popular on cheesesteaks that the Philly/South Jersey market makes up 50% of Kraft’s cheese market.