Decade - 1950s

The rapid growth of suburbs after 1945 depended on the availability of affordable land outside of urban centers, the expansion of transportation infrastructure such as highways, and government policies that promoted suburban development, such as mortgage subsidies and tax incentives for homeownership.

The organic compound widely used as a rat poison in the 1950s was warfarin.

The principle of conformity refers to the tendency for individuals to adjust their beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors to match those of a group in order to fit in or be accepted. This phenomenon is often driven by social pressure and the desire to belong to a group.

Two separate scientists filed patents in the US the same year for different types of the same instrument.

French scientist Bernard Epzstein first demonstrated his M-Type BWO 1951. Meanwhile, Rudolf Kompfner introduced his own, independently-conceived O-Type BWO around the same time. Both filed their applications in the US in 1952. (Epzstein was granted patents in France, UK, and the US for his BWO)

Epzstein's patent was filed a month before Kompfner's in the US, but most reference material points to Kompfner as the primary inventor, supporting this with the large body of research and work he had done in the field prior to filing this official application.

If it is in working order with everything pristine (chrome, paint etc).... restored like new.... depending on the model $500 to $2000 if the buyer can show it off...

If it is rusty or beat up... if the buyer has to pull it out of your basement and restore it himself.... $100 to $300

Obviously some are worth more than others.

Some Philcos are worth way more!

Yes they did. One brand had striped dish towels. Another brand gave away dish ware. My mother got herself a set of those dishes and one for me for my hope chest. They were white and had a gold wheat pattern. I can't remember the name of the soap.

Joan

I believe, and my sister and hubby, sister in law, too, believe it was DUZ detergent. "DUZ does everything" Hope this helps.

Lynn

Counterfeit detection pens contain a special type of ink that reacts with the starch in common counterfeit paper to create a dark mark. When this pen is used on genuine currency, it will not leave a mark because the paper used in authentic currency does not contain starch. This simple test helps to identify counterfeit bills quickly and easily.

During the 1950s and 1960s, most homes and businesses primarily used electricity generated from coal, natural gas, and hydroelectric power plants. Nuclear power also started to become a significant source of electricity during this time period. Wind and solar power were very limited and not commonly used for generating electricity during the 1950s and 1960s.

The 1960's were politically dominated by disagreements about the Vietnamese War. The Civil Rights movement was also a major aspect of 1960's politics. Feminism first appeared in that decade. There was a lot of rebellion against the conformity which dominated the 1950's.

Changes in the workforce, such as increased diversity, remote work, and technological advancements, have impacted organizational policies by requiring updates to address new challenges. Policies related to communication, data security, and performance evaluation have evolved to accommodate these changes and promote a more inclusive and flexible work environment. Organizations have also focused on creating policies that support employee well-being and work-life balance in response to shifting workforce dynamics.

He made the hanger.

In 1903, Albert Parkhouse returned from lunch to work ate the Timberlake Wire and Novelty Company in Jackson Michigan. There were no place to hang his coat.

He picked up a piece of wire and twisted in to two loops that would fit inside his coat.

His employer decided to patent it. The company's attorney put his name on it.

He earned nothing from his invention...

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in galilee at the time of Jesus the political climate i think was about the

Romans being the rulers of Israel and the jewwish

this answer may not be correct sorry

The first of the instant cold packs was a liquid-type invented by Albert A. Robbins and patented August 11, 1959. Robbins' "Chemical Freezing Package" involved and outer pouch containing two separate compartments for water and ammonium nitrate that would mix and freeze when the user split a perforation between the two - say by hitting or snapping the package as we would with the modern variety.

Robbins' patent was assigned to Kwik-Kold of America. Parent company Cardinal Health continues to market this, and the more recently invented gel-type cold packs, to this day.

It is possible that one leg of the 100A main breaker may have fried due to being overloaded by too many dedicated circuits in the 1950s setup. If the circuits were drawing more current than the breaker could handle, it could have caused overheating and damage to that leg of the breaker.

The letter E commonly represents Ecuador on maps.

The 38th parallel is significant because it serves as the border between North Korea and South Korea following the Korean War. It symbolizes the division of the Korean Peninsula into two separate nations with different political systems and ideologies. The area surrounding the 38th parallel is heavily fortified and remains a tense region in geopolitics.

Towns in the 1950s typically had a mix of small businesses, mom-and-pop shops, diners, and local theaters lining the main street. Houses were often single-family homes with neatly manicured lawns, and there was usually a sense of community closeness as neighbors often knew each other well. The architecture was influenced by post-war modernism, with an emphasis on functionality and efficiency.

Migrant workers in the 1950s often lived in temporary housing called labor camps or migrant camps provided by the agricultural employers where they worked. These camps typically consisted of basic accommodations such as barracks, trailers, or tents. The living conditions in these camps were often overcrowded, lacked basic amenities, and were harsh for the workers.

Quaker Oats gave away one-square-inch plots of land in the Yukon territory to promote its Sergeant Preston of the Yukon radio show. This promotional stunt was meant to attract listeners and generate buzz around the show. The land was located three miles upstream from Dawson City.

Being a teenager in the 1950s was characterized by a strong emphasis on conformity, social conservatism, and the rise of rock and roll music. Teenagers were often expected to adhere to traditional values and gender roles, but at the same time found ways to rebel and express themselves through new cultural trends. TV sitcoms like "Leave It to Beaver" and "Happy Days" popularized the image of the typical American teenager during this era.

Humanistic psychology emerged in the 1950s, emphasizing free will, self-actualization, and the innate goodness of human nature. This perspective focused on individual growth, self-discovery, and personal potential, contrasting with behaviorism and psychoanalysis which were prevalent at the time. Key figures in humanistic psychology include Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers.

In the 1950s, common school subjects included math, science, history, English, geography, foreign languages, and physical education. Additionally, students often studied home economics, industrial arts, and subjects related to the arts. The curriculum was typically more traditional and focused on core academic subjects.

Operation Mockingbird was reportedly created in the early 1950s by the CIA as a program to influence media organizations and journalists. The exact date of its inception is not precisely known due to its covert nature.

True. The development of the first computers in the 1950s was a contributing factor to the cognitive revolution by providing researchers with tools to model information processing and cognition, leading to advancements in the understanding of human thinking and intelligence.

In the 1950s, subjects taught in schools included English, math, science, history, geography, foreign languages, physical education, and music. Additionally, subjects like home economics and vocational training were also common during this time.