ON THIS DAY
James Watt was born on this date in 1736. He invented the steam engine... which led to the development of the 4-wheel drive sauna.
On this date in 1825, Ezra Daggett and his nephew, Thomas Kansett, received a patent for their process of storing food in tin cans.
- They worked together for a few years until they got into a disagreement and Thomas himself was canned.
- Ironically, the next day, Ezra canned his nephew.
- Unfortunately, it would be 20 years before someone finally invented the can opener.
- Of course, you needed a key to get into the can. Unless, of course, it had a combination lock.
In 1915, Georges Claude patented neon.
- When Jumpin' Jack Flash asked what neon was, Claude replied, "It's a gas, gas, gas..."
- I don't know if I would want history remembering me for my gas.
- Yes, Neon was patented, long before Chrysler turned it into a car.
On this date back in 1966, Indira Ghandi became Prime Minister of India. It was a close election but in the end, it was "Ghandi with the win." (Theme from 'Gone With the Wind'). I said "Ghandi with the... " Oh, never mind.
In 1978, Volkswagen makes its last "Bug," ending production of some 19 million since 1938. There are those who are hoping Volkswagen will bring them back someday, but several people have said there will never be a Beetles reunion.
Jodie Sweetin, who played Stephanie in "Full House" and plays Stephanie again in "Fuller House" turns 34 today. You go back and watch those episodes and she had such big hair, she looked like Donald Trump.
Frank Caliendo turns 42 today. He plans a quiet evening at home, just he and 20 of his other characters. He'll be doing his best impression of a 38-year-old.
Drea De Matteo, enjoying a new TV show (Shades of Blue) with J-Lo these days, turns 44.
Shawn Wayans turns 45 today. He's the Steven Baldwin of his family.
Katey Sagal -- once Peg on "Married with Children" -- turns 62 today. She was once a backup singer for Bette Midler. Talk about a life of extremes.
Dolly Parton hits the big 7-0 today and I am referring to age.
National Popcorn Day -- It may seem like a big bunch of air, but these kernels are actually tiny little fiber machines that keep you really full. Both men and women popcorn eaters are usually quite successful in their careers but modest about their accomplishments.
Wal-Mart says it will close 154 stores in the U.S. due to sagging sales. Economists believe this will result in what is called "a greeter glut."
Now we're hearing that One Direction WILL officially break up. Yes, each of their members will go their separate ways, but out of habit, will all be the same.
China is planning to land the first probe on the dark side of the Moon in 2018. For the record, if it has anything to do with Pink Floyd, you're not the first to say what you're about to say..
Gasoline has dropped to under 80-cents a gallon in Michigan. Not only is it cheaper than water, it's almost to the point where in Michigan, it's safer to drink!
For Desert Radio AZ News, I'm Crusty Windbreaker
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