Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
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THIS WEEK IN HISTORY |
♦1999: U.S. President Clinton begins his trial on two articles of impeachment on Jan. 7.
♦1984: Wendy's "Where's the beef?" ads with octogenarian Clara Peller hit TV on Jan. 9.
♦1980: President Jimmy Carter authorizes $1.5 billion in loans Jan. 7 to bail out Chrysler.
♦1972: On Jan. 9, ocean liner Queen Elizabeth is destroyed by fire in Hong Kong harbor.
♦1964: A Jan. 11 Surgeon General's report classifies cigarettes as a definite health risk.
♦1943: On Jan. 12, the U.S. government decrees frankfurters be called "victory sausages."
♦1929: "The Seeing Eye," a company training guide dogs for the blind, opens Jan. 9.
♦1902: "Popular Mechanics" publishes its first issue on Jan. 11.
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