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)
Scott Winters
I’ve always been the kind of person who notices the things other people overlook — strange roadside attractions, forgotten pieces of history, interesting places, odd trends, and the little things in everyday life that make you laugh and say, “Wait... when did that become normal?”
This blog is where I share those discoveries.
Some days you might learn something fascinating from history. Other days I’ll take you along on a road trip, share a weird story from Michigan’s past, or simply rant about something in modern life that makes absolutely no sense.
No matter what, my goal is simple: keep things interesting!
June 3 in History: America’s First Spacewalk, Graceland Opens, and the Army is Created
On June 3 in history, the U.S. Army was created, astronaut Edward White completed America’s first spacewalk, Graceland opened to tourists, and Mike Ilitch bought the Detroit Red Wings. (READ MORE)
June 1, 1879: The Day Grand Rapids Fired the Boys and Hired the Girls
Grand Rapids telephone companies replaced boy switchboard operators with women in 1879 after complaints that the boys were leaving their posts to play marbles.
June 2 in History: The Mackinac Massacre, Radio Patent, and Babe Ruth Retires
On June 2 in history, Native Americans captured Fort Michilimackinac, Michigan adopted its Great Seal, Marconi patented the radio, Babe Ruth retired, and Ken Jennings began his “Jeopardy!” streak. (READ MORE)
June 1 in History: “Superman” Debuts, CNN Launches, and General Motors Files Bankruptcy
On June 1 in history, “Superman” made his debut, CNN launched, baseball helmets appeared for the first time, and General Motors filed for bankruptcy. (READ MORE)
May 31 in History: “Seinfeld” Debuts, the Model T Ends, and Grand Rapids Rebuilds
On May 31 in history, Ford built its last Model T, “Seinfeld” premiered, the Trans-Alaska Pipeline was completed, and Grand Rapids residents united to rebuild after the 2020 riots. (READ MORE)
May 30 in History: The First Indianapolis 500, “Finding Nemo” Debuts, and SpaceX Launches Astronauts
On May 30 in history, the first Indianapolis 500 was run, the Lincoln Memorial was dedicated, “Finding Nemo” premiered, and SpaceX launched astronauts from U.S. soil again. (READ MORE)