Today in History: Coca-Cola bottle patented in 1915 103 Years ago today, one of the most famous shapes in the world was patented by the Root Glass Company from Terre Haute, Indiana: the Coca-Cola bottle. While its form has evolved over the years, its shape is almost universally recognized today. The famous bottle has been … Continue reading Today in History: Coca-Cola bottle patented in 1915 […]

Today in History: Dow Jones above 1000 In 1972, the Dow Jones closes above 1,000 for the 1st time. As reported in the NY Times the next day: “It finished at 1,003.16 for a gain of 6.09 points in what many Wall Streeters consider the equivalent of the initial breaking of the four-minute mile. … … Continue reading Today in History: Dow Jones above 1000 […]

Today in History: 1st Flying Trapeze Act in 1859 159 years ago today, the first flying trapeze act was performed by Jules Leotard at Cirque Napoleon in Paris, France. Jules Leotard also happens to be the designer of the garment that is named after him. For inquiries, email posterconnection@gmail.com. #Trapeze #SwissPoster #PosterArt #VintagePoster #VintagePosters #vintage … Continue reading Today in History: 1st Flying Trapeze Act in 1859 […]