Monthly Archives: November 2020

October 31, 1868

On October 31, 1868, US Postmaster General Alexander Williams Randall approved the first standard uniform for postal carriers. It included pants, vest, a mandatory cap, coat and reversible cape. Preferred weapons of choice were… Continue reading

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October 30, 1919

On October 30, 1919 the Baseball Presidents of the American League and the National League called for the universal abolishment of the spitball. They said it gave an unfair advantage to the pitcher and was considered yucky. They… Continue reading

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