History
The History of Ordinary Things: Keeping Things Level over Time
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- Written by 50plus LIFE 50plus LIFE
How did early builders ensure the structures they were erecting were plumb vertically and horizontally?
Blast to the Past! ‘Sunshine on My Shoulders’
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- Written by Randal C. Hill Randal C. Hill
Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy
’70s Flashback: ‘Maybe it Will Grow on Me’
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- Written by Randal C. Hill Randal C. Hill
The Nike “Swoosh” symbol is so well recognized worldwide that it can stand alone without naming the Oregon sports-apparel empire.
The History of Ordinary Things: A Brief on Lingerie
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- Written by Doris Montag Doris Montag
Do you wonder about the history of women’s undergarments? From the time of our origins until the 1500s, no underwear was worn. This made toileting, e.g., squatting, easy.
Celebrating 60 Years since the Beatles’ Invasion
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- Written by James Patterson James Patterson
The 60th anniversary of the Beatles’ arrival in the U.S. is a time to recall one of the most exciting moments in TV history.
‘Beware the 19th of January!’
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- Written by Randal C. Hill Randal C. Hill
Do you make New Year’s resolutions? About half the folks in America do. But how many of us see our goals to completion?
The History of Ordinary Things: Holiday Ornaments and Festive Decorations
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- Written by Doris Montag Doris Montag
Decorations like wreaths, candles, and evergreens are mentioned in descriptions of the Roman feast of Saturnalia, which originated in the fifth century BC and was held in mid-December to honor Saturn, the god of agriculture.
The History of Ordinary Things: The Zamboni
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- Written by Doris Montag Doris Montag
The Zamboni ice resurfacer was invented by Frank Zamboni, an Italian immigrant born at the turn of the century.
The History of Ordinary Things: The Roulette Wheel
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- Written by Doris Montag Doris Montag
The roulette wheel is a spinning horizontal wheel divided into 38 or 39 numbered and colored slots.