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In 1928, to recover from the loss…
In 1928, to recover from the loss of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, Disney devised an idea of a mouse character named Mortimer while on a train headed to California, producing a few simple drawings. The mouse was later renamed Mickey Mouse since Disney’s wife, Lillian, disliked the sound of ‘Mortimer. The post In 1928, to… Read More »
Philadelphia Cream Cheese was invented…
Philadelphia Cream Cheese was invented in New York and has never been made in Philadelphia. Its name was part of a clever marketing strategy, because at the time (1880s) Philadelphia was known for its high quality dairy. The post Philadelphia Cream Cheese was invented… appeared first on Crazy Facts. Source
Two 16-year-olds got lost in the Canadian…
Two 16-year-olds got lost in the Canadian wilderness while snowboarding, but were able to stay warm by burning their homework. The two boys were rescued the following day and managed to avoid frostbite, sustaining only minor injuries. The post Two 16-year-olds got lost in the Canadian… appeared first on Crazy Facts. Source
From 1927 to 1952, Tobacco Companies…
Before becoming president of the…
Before becoming president of the Democratic republic of Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh worked as a dishwasher at the Drayton Court Hotel in London, as a line manager for GM in Boston and a pastry chef in Brooklyn among other jobs. The post Before becoming president of the… appeared first on Crazy Facts. Source