On July 11 in history, Alexander Hamilton died in a duel, “To Kill a Mockingbird” was published, Telstar transmitted the first transatlantic TV signal, and the Gus Macker tournament began. (READ MORE)
July 8 in History: The Ice Cream Sundae Is Created, “The Wall Street Journal” Debuts, and Twister Is Patented
On July 8 in history, the ice cream sundae was created, “The Wall Street Journal” was first published, Twister received its patent, and Space Shuttle Atlantis began the final shuttle mission. (READ MORE)
How a Milk Spill in Michigan Changed Driving Forever
Michigan helped introduce painted center lines on roads after a simple milk wagon spill inspired one of the most important traffic safety ideas in history.
June 9 in History: Donald Duck Debuts, Secretariat Wins the Triple Crown, and the Soo Locks Become Free
On June 9 in history, Donald Duck debuted, Secretariat captured the Triple Crown, the Soo Locks became toll-free, and Pixar’s “Cars” premiered in theaters. (READ MORE)
June 5 in History: Elvis Debuts Hound Dog, the First AIDS Cases Are Reported, and Ronald Reagan Dies
On June 5 in history, Elvis debuted “Hound Dog,” the first recognized AIDS cases were reported, Robert F. Kennedy was shot, and Ronald Reagan died at age 93. (READ MORE)
June 4 in History: Henry Ford’s First Test Drive, the Apple II Debuts, and SpaceX Launches Falcon 9
On June 4 in history, Henry Ford tested his Quadricycle, the Apple II went on sale, SpaceX launched Falcon 9, and the Cleveland Indians forfeited the infamous 10 Cent Beer Night game. (READ MORE)
May 1, 1926: How Henry Ford Helped Create the 40-Hour Workweek
On May 1, 1926, Henry Ford introduced the five-day, 40-hour workweek—an idea that reshaped American labor and started in Michigan.