On a cold day, a wooden bleacher seat would feel warmer than one that is
plastic or metal because wood insulates heat better.
California has the highest egg production of any state, as well as the highest
incidence of SC Salmonella poisoning, which scientists believe comes
from eggs.
17,000 Native Americans fought for the U.S. in World War I — not 30 years
after the end of the Indian wars.
Some theorize that James Buchanan, 15th President of the United States
(1857-61) was gay. His first lady was his niece, Harriet Lane. Buchanan, her
favorite uncle, became her guardian after she was orphaned at age 11.
The first jukebox was installed at a saloon in San Francisco on Nov. 23, 1889.
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This article appears in November 22 • 1996 and November 22 • 1996 (Cover).