Today in History . . .

[Deb in IA]

On January 10, 1870, John D. Rockefeller and his brother William establish the Standard Oil Company of Ohio.

On January 10, 1912, the World's first flying-boat airplane, designed by Glenn Curtiss, makes its maiden flight at Hammondsport.

On January 10, 1949, RCA announces the seven-inch, 45 rpm record.

On January 10, 1984, the United States and the Vatican establish full diplomatic relations for the first time in 117 years.

 

[EROS]

Thanks, DEB

 

[Goofyposter]

Thank You Deb!

funny....I wood have guessed that the 45 came out even eariler

 

[nativetxn]

I have a stack of old 45's somewhere around here. They aren't from 1949, though.

Thanks Deb.

 

[olena]

Thanks, Deb....