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Fact of the Day

In 1623, one kilogram of tobacco was roughly five times more expensive than Shakespeare’s First Folio.

Quote of the Day

"Increased means and increased leisure are the two civilisers of man. "
~ Benjamin Disraeli

On This Day

1288 Margaret of Scotland allegedly enacted a law allowing women to propose to men on leap days. Those who refused the proposal could be fined.
1692 Arrest warrants are issued for Tituba, Sarah Good and Sarah Osborne during the Salem witchcraft trials.