Assistant Professor Michael Dobson

January 13 Assistant Professor Michael Dobson

JANUARY 13, 1957 - THE FRISBEE IS INTRODUCED!The Story of a Special Day for January 13On January 13, 1957, the original Frisbee Flying Disk (then called the "Pluto Platter") went into production. Plus, the first radio broadcast to the public took place (1910), and Johnny Cash played at Folsom Prison (1968)."Last of the Red Hot Mamas" Sophie Tucker was born on January 13, as were Horatio Alger, Jr., Patrick Dempsey, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and mystic George Gurdjieff. Lawman Wyatt Earp, writer James Joyce, and songwriter Stephen Foster died. January 13 is Constitution Day in Mongolia, Liberation Day in Togo, and Peach Melba Day in the US. January's birthstone is garnet and its birth flower is carnation. The zodiac sign for January 13 is Capricorn (traditional) and Sagittarius (sidereal). The Story of a Special Day is a special occasion gift they'll never throw away - a whole book for the price of a premium card! The story of a special day.tells you what happened in history, who was born, and who died. What happened on *your* special day? From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this book makes a perfect birthday present or anniversary gift - one that will be kept and remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten! Each volume of The Story of a Special Day is packed with rare historical photos and fascinating facts. With 77 pages packed with over 46 historic photographs and illustrations, this book is a feast for the eyes as well as for the brain. A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, "The Story of a Special Day" will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion. Look for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year...because every day is a special day for someone you know!