The saxophone was patented on June 23, 1846.

Alexander the Great was only known as “Alexander the Invincible” during
his lifetime. It wasn’t until a few months after his death that the Romans
named him “Great.”

Madonna’s security firm is Protection One.

The word “moxie” may mean “spunk” or “guts,” but it’s also a registered
trademark for a soft drink. Founded in Lowell, Massachusetts, in 1844 by Dr.
Augustin Thompson, Moxie was originally touted as a patented medicine. Today,
it’s a soft drink being manufactured and sold in New England states.

There’s a laundromat in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where each machine has been
given a woman’s name.

The above is information which Mr. Smarty Pants read in a book, a magazine,
or the newspaper; heard on the radio; saw on television; or overheard at a
party. Got any facts? Leave a message for Mr. Smarty Pants, at 454-5766, ext.
226 for possible inclusion in the column. e-mail: mrpants@auschron.com

This article appears in July 28 • 1995 and July 28 • 1995 (Cover).

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