1942 - In the U.S., nationwide gasoline rationing went into effect to conserve fuel and rubber during World War II. The program continued until Aug. 18, 1945.
Fact of the Day
Singer Mariah Carey makes approximately $3.3 million a year from one song: “All I Want For Christmas is You.”
Nature Oddities
The only distinction between caribou and reindeer is domestication; caribou are wild, while reindeer are domesticated.
Food and Drink
Cashews are sold without shells because the shells are poisonous. The shells yield derivatives used in lubricants, waterproofing and paint.