Today in History
1792 - 24 brokers meet to found the New York Stock Exchange
Today's Birthdays
1956 - Bob Saget
1900 - Ayatollah Khomeini
1911 - Maureen O'Sullivan
Word Power
futility
uselessness. The FUTILITY of her endeavors was disheartening.
Fun Fact
Baseballer Connie Mack's real name was Cornelius McGilicuddy.
Notable Quote
I know [patriotism] exists, and I know it has done much in the present contest. But a great and lasting war can never be supported on this principle alone. It must be aided by a prospect of interest, or some reward.
— George Washington