October Anniversaries
Henry Ford first sold this car model in October 1908
What is Model T? The original Model T cost around $825 and could reach speeds of 40 mph.
Apples dipped in this sweet, melted topping are a fall favorite.
What is caramel? After dipping, you can sprinkle with nuts and other toppings.
The enter key on PC computer keyboards replaced this key on the electric typewriter.
What is return? When using a manual typewriter, you had to use a handle to return the carriage.
This 1960 Hitchcock thriller stars Anthony Perkins and Janet Leigh.
What is Psycho? The popular horror film has sparked sequels and spin-offs, including a 2013 television series.
1961: This 35th president of the United States was inaugurated earlier that year.
Who is John F. Kennedy? The article describes him as a great leader who supported civil rights, public education, and medical care for the elderly.
It was October 1957 when this motto first appeared on U.S. paper currency
What is “In God We Trust”? The motto had been used on coins since the days of the Civil War.
These sprouts make their debut in fall.
What are brussels sprouts? Did you know they’re miniature cabbages?
The national animal of Scotland is this mythical animal with the body of a horse.
What is unicorn? Scotland reveres its myths, and this mythical symbol stands for purity and innocence as well as masculinity and power.
The tagline of this scary film of 1975 claims, “You’ll never go in the water again!”
What is Jaws? This movie is considered the first summer blockbuster due to the record crowds that turned up to see its initial release
1963: This reverend and civil rights activist is best remembered for his “I Have a Dream” speech.
Who is Martin Luther King Jr.? His work in civil rights helped pass the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
This Florida tourist attraction first opened in October 1971 with a theme park, golf courses, and resorts.
What is Walt Disney World? Magic Kingdom is the oldest of Walt Disney World’s theme parks, having since been joined by Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom.
This is the generic name for a hot alcoholic beverage.
What is hot toddy? Hot buttered rum is an example of a hot toddy.
You might not know Volkswagen used to make this German pork product
What is sausage? The company started producing a German pork sausage called currywurst for its employees, but it became so popular that they sold it to the public. In 2021, Volkswagen decided to discontinue the sausages.
Many of this Boston poet’s works have been adapted to film, including the chilling 1961 adaptation of The Pit and the Pendulum.
Who is Edgar Allan Poe? Other films based on his work include 1962’s Tales of Terror and 1970’s An Evening of Edgar Allan Poe.
1971 and 1972: This controversial president was named Man of the Year twice in a row, notably for opening relations with China.
Who is Richard Nixon? Interestingly, he would resign from office only two years later following the Watergate scandal.
In October 1990, this country was reunited after 45 years of division between the east and west.
What is Germany? The fall of the Berlin Wall and reunification of Germany are celebrated on “Unity Day” every October 3.
This orange king of winter squashes is used to make jack-o-lanterns.
What is pumpkin? By the time October rolls around, you’ll see everything pumpkin in the stores—pumpkin beer, nuts, muffins, pumpkin spice latte, etc.
This audio tape format preceded the cassette format.
What is 8-track? There are still 8-track enthusiasts today, and a few independent artists still release on the large format.
Jonathan Haze stars as Seymour in this 1960 horror comedy about a flower shop.
What is Little Shop of Horrors? The movie reused old film sets, and the entire film was shot in a matter of days.
1968: Astronauts James Lovell, Frank Borman, and William Anders were the Men of the Year after completing this mission.
What is the Apollo 8 mission? Apollo 8 was the first human spaceflight to reach the moon and marked a pivotal point in the space race.
Released in October 1992, the film 'A River Runs Through It' centers on the Maclean brothers and their love of this type of sport fishing.
What is fly fishing? As part of his training for the role, Brad Pitt learned to fly fish––from the top of a Los Angeles rooftop!
Lighter summer spaghetti dishes are fortified by adding this protein.
What is beef or meat? Meatballs added to spaghetti make it a heartier dish for colder days.
This is the reason a banana is curved
What is to reach sunlight? Bananas grow downward, but they curve upward to get more sun.
1968’s Rosemary’s Baby stars this actress and daughter of director John Farrow.
Who is Mia Farrow? The film is considered her breakout role and helped launch her film career.
1980: This actor-turned-politician was awarded the honor after being elected the 40th president of the United States
Who is Ronald Reagan? Reagan would be Person of the Year again in 1983, that time sharing the honor with Yuri Andropov.