Fun

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Only Two More Weeks!

Today may be Respect for Chickens Day, but it also signifies that it’s only 2 more weeks until the 105th anniversary of Meredith Willson’s birth. Watch for interesting tidbits about this son of Mason City, Iowa; The Music Man, and musicals in general.

Interesting tidbit no. 1: “Seventy-Six Trombones” and “Goodnight, My Someone” are the same song. See for yourself.

When We Were Your Age

Back when dinosaurs roamed the earth, telephone numbers began with 2 letters. Think PEnnsylvania 6-5000, BUtterfield-8, and BEachwood 45789. This cool web site gives you young’uns a glimpse into a time when phone numbers weren’t all numerical. Click on the Search Our Database link to find historical information on these exchanges sent in by numerous contributors.