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October 2021
Edison Institute Dedicated
This day in 1929 the Edison Institute is dedicated on the 50th anniversary of the invention of the electric light bulb.
Find out more »Henry Ford becomes President
This day in 1906 Henry Ford succeeds John S. Gray as President of the Ford Motor Company. This day in 1936 James J. Couzens dies.
Find out more »Jennette Picard
This day in 1934 Jeannette Picard reaches 37,975 feet leaving Ford Airport, setting the woman’s world altitude record.
Find out more »Barnney Oldfield Wins Cup
This day in 1902 Barney Oldfield wins the “Manufacture’s Challenge Cup” driving “999” in race at Grosse Pointe. This day in 1864 John F. Dodge born.
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