Edison and The Pirates: The Inventor’s Solution to Copyright Theft
After losing a fortune fighting for his patents, Thomas Edison had a new idea for enforcing copyright law.
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A War Horse Earns Her Sergeant’s Stripes: 1953
If you've seen the fictional hero of the movie War Horse, you may be interested in the real thing: Sergeant Reckless, U.S.M.C.R.
A Pilot Reflects, Then Grounds Himself: 1911
Early 20th century aviation may have been a quick route to fame for some thrill seekers, but for flier Frank B. Elser, it wasn't worth the risk.
The Predictor Who Got It Right (Mostly)
Foresight is never 20/20, which is why new year forecasts can be hilariously wrong. But one forecaster in 1900 proved more far-sighted.
Our 1877 Christmas Gift Guide
Christmas shopping in the 19th century may not have been any easier than it is today, but Saturday Evening Post writers knew just what to buy.
From Our Archives: Uncle Sam’s Big Pay-Off
In 1955, Robert M. Yoder wrote about Social Security , that "cornerstone of the Government's programs," and the thousands of daily letters the Administration received.
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