Ah, 1910. A time of bustling cities, Model T mayhem, and a celestial spectacle that had folks reaching for the fainting couch rather than the opera glasses. Yes, we’re talking about the return of Halley’s Comet, a cosmic visitor with a talent for sparking public panic.
Author: J William Denton
While the tomato is a beloved part of nearly every cuisine worldwide, there was a time when most people viewed it with suspicion. That all changed after the infamous Salem Tomato Trial. But there’s also reason to view the legend of the trial with suspicion.
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