| | Uselss Tidbits of Information - Share YoursPage 1 of 1 | You'll find some amazing information in the following items. I am sure many of you have seen these before - so share yours:
1. In the 1400's a law was set forth that a man was not allowed to beat his wife with a stick no thicker than his thumb. Hence we have "the rule of thumb".
2. Many years ago in Scotland, a new game was invented. It was ruled "Gentlemen Only...Ladies Forbidden"...and thus the word GOLF entered into the English language.
3. The first couple to be shown in bed together on prime time TV were Fred and Wilma Flintstone.
4. Every day more money is printed for Monopoly than the US Treasury.
5. Men can read smaller print than women; women can hear better.
6. Coca-Cola was originally green.
7. It is impossible to lick your elbow.
8. The average number of people airborne over the US any given hour: 61,000.
9. Intelligent people have more zinc and copper in their hair.
10. The first novel ever written on a typewriter: Tom Sawyer.
11. Each king in a deck of playing cards represents a great king from history:
Spades - King David
Hearts - Charlemagne
Clubs -Alexander, the Great
Diamonds - Julius Caesar
12. 111,111,111 x 111,111,111 = 12,345,678,987,654,321
13. If a statue in the park of a person on a horse has both front legs in the air, the person died in battle. If the horse has one front leg in the air the person died as a result of wounds received in battle. If the horse has all four legs on the ground, the person died of natural causes.
14. If you were to spell out numbers, how far would you have to go until you would find the letter "A"?......One thousand.
15. What do bulletproof vests, fire escapes, windshield wipers, and laser printers all have in common?......All invented by women.
16. What is the only food that doesn't spoil?......Honey.
17. In Shakespeare's time, mattresses were secured on bed frames by ropes. When you pulled on the ropes the mattress tightened, making the bed firmer to sleep on. Hence the phrase........."goodnight, sleep tight."
18. It was the accepted practice in Babylon 4,000 years ago that for a month after the wedding, the bride's father would supply his son-in-law with all the mead he could drink. Mead is a honey beer and because their calendar was lunar based, this period was called the honey month, which we know today as the honeymoon.
19. In English pubs, ale is ordered by pints and quarts. So in old England, when customers got unruly, the bartender would yell at them "Mind your pints and quarts, and settle down." It's where we get the phrase "mind your P's and Q's."
20. Many years ago in England, pub frequenters had a whistle baked into the rim, or handle, of their ceramic cups. When they needed a refill, they used the whistle to get some service. "Wet your whistle" is the phrase inspired by this practice.
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At least 75% of people who read this will try to lick their elbow... | |
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Posted: 11/8/2005 8:16:07 AM | This was received from a nursing supervisor at Greenville Memorial Hospital. It was sent to their staff.
Cancer News from Johns Hopkins:
1--No plastic containers in micro.
2--No water bottles in freezer.
3--No plastic wrap in microwave.
Johns Hopkins has recently sent this out in its newsletters.
This information is being circulated at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Dioxin chemicals causes cancer, especially breast cancer.
Dioxins are highly poisonous to the cells of our bodies.
Don't freeze your plastic bottles with water in them as this releases dioxins from the plastic.
Recently, Dr. Edward Fujimoto, Wellness Program Manager at Castle Hospital, was on a TV program to explain this health hazard. He talked about dioxins and how bad they are for us.
He said that we should not be heating our food in the microwave using plastic containers. This applies to foods that contain fat.
He said that the combination of fat, high heat, and plastics releases dioxin into the food and ultimately into the cells of the body.
Instead, he recommends using glass, Corning Ware or ceramic containers for heating food. You get the same results, only without the dioxin.
So such things as TV dinners, instant ramen and soups, etc., should be removed from the container and heated in something else. Paper isn't bad but you don't know what is in the paper. It's just safer to use tempered glass, Corning Ware, etc.
He reminded us that a while ago some of the fast food restaurants moved away from the foam containers to paper. The dioxin problem is on e of the reasons.
Also, he pointed out that Saran wrap is just as dangerous when placed over foods to be cooked in the microwave. As the food is nuked, the high heat causes poisonous toxins to actually melt out of the plastic wrap and drip into the food. Cover food with a paper towel instead. | |
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Posted: 11/8/2005 8:21:01 AM | Useless information:
Your nose never stops growing so if you got a big honker it will only get bigger as you get older.
Your eyeballs never grow, that is why babies look like they have such giant eyes. | |
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Posted: 11/8/2005 8:23:26 AM | Water Displacement #40
The product began from a search for a rust preventative solvent and degreaser to protect missile parts. WD-40 was created in 1953 by three technicians at the San Diego Rocket Chemical Company.
Its name comes from the project that was to find a "water displacement compound". They were successful with the fortieth formulation, thus WD-40.
The Corvair Company bought it in bulk to protect their Atlas missile parts. The workers were so pleased with the product, they began smuggling (also known as "shrinkage" or "stealing") it out to use at home.
The executives decided there might be a consumer market for it and put it in aerosol cans. The rest, as they say, is history.
It is a carefully guarded recipe known only to four people. Only one of them is the "brew master."
There are about 2.5 million gallons of the stuff manufactured each year.
It gets its distinctive smell from a fragrance that is added to the brew.
Ken East (one of the original founders) says there is nothing in WD-40 that would hurt you.
Here are some of the uses :
When you read the "shower door" part, try it. It's the first thing that has ever cleaned that spotty shower door. If yours is plastic, it works just as well as glass. It's a miracle!
Then try it on your stovetop...Viola! It's now shinier than it's ever been.
You'll be amazed.
Cleans sticky surfaces.
Removes dirt and grime in kitchen and bathroom.
Removes stickers/adhesives from glass.
Removes triple-track screens that are stuck.
Lubricates dirty or stuck locks and latches.
Lubricates and removes dirt and grime on sliding glass door tracks.
Removes dirt and grease from window screens.
Makes window shades roll easier.
Lubricates eyeglass hinges.
Works as a white glove finishing touch on plastic parts.
Removes dust from artificial flowers.
Removes starch residue from cold iron (make sure you unplug it first, of course).
Covers scratches on glass surfaces.
Cleans vacuum cleaner dials.
Acts as a wood polish.
Removes scratches from furniture.
Removes fingerprints from surfaces.
Waterproofs chimney for easier cleaning.
Lubricates vertical blinds.
Waxes floors.
Keeps ironing boards from sticking when folded.
Removes floodwater marks on paneling.
Cleans hearing aid.
Cleans plastic eyeglass lenses; removes smoked or scratched appearance.
Untangles jewelry chains.
Keeps wheelchair folding smoothly.
Cleans TV remote and VCR parts.
Lubricates wooden push-toys.
Fixes gummed-up watch.
Frees up barometric controls.
Protects and cleans antiques from rust and dust.
Fixes overwound watches.
Takes squeaks out of recliner with coasters.
Removes dirt and grime from sewing machines.
Cleans and lubricates vacuum motor.
Cleans filters in heating and air-conditioning units; makes filters more efficient and helps absorb odors.
Shields glass from paint.
Keeps sculptures clean and shiny.
Removes calcium deposits in dehumidifier.
Maintains electric shaver.
Loosens tight Lego blocks.
Removes tar from shoes.
Removes Easter-egg dye from linoleum.
Removes built-up mineral deposits from freezer grid.
Removes splattered grease on Formica walls.
Loosens lug nuts and stubborn wheels on cars.
Cleans silver plate and tray.
Quiets noisy garbage disposal.
Lubricates mixer when the beater-release won't release.
Lubricates blade agitator assemblies in food blenders.
Removes unwanted paint on refrigerator.
Cleans stove.
Cleans sink.
Lubricates coffee grinder/frozen parts.
Removes streaks from Formica.
Removes stains from stainless steel sink.
Cleans chrome fixtures in bathroom.
Removes hard-water deposits.
Removes soap scum from bathtub and shower.
Frees the tank ball on the toilet.
Takes the squeaks out of bath curtain that drags.
Frees bathroom taps that have seized up.
Loosens bolt on toilet seat.
Cleans nonstick areas in bath and shower.
Removes hardened wax from fiberglass tubs and showers.
Cleans tile in bath and shower.
Takes squeaks out of shoes.
Keeps shoes shiny.
Cleans head of cassette tape player.
Lubricates and releases static from stereo tuner knobs.
Unsticks keys and piano hammers.
Lubricates record player that does not track record.
Frees swollen storm windows after storm.
Helps thaw outdoor faucets during winter weather.
Lubricates louvered glass windows.
Lubricates crank on barbeque grill.
Prevents clothesline poles from rusting.
Removes corrosion from the pressure switch of a water well.
Removes stuck rings from fingers.
Removes stuck fingers from bottles.
Removes dirt and grime from barbeque grill.
Helps sharpen knives when sprayed on oil stone.
Cleans corroded coins.
Prevents concrete from sticking to inside of mixer.
Removes graffiti.
Cleans and polishes headstones.
Spray on paint sprayer before painting for easier clean-up.
Keeps dogs out of flower bed.
Protects saw blades from rust and makes cutting easier.
Removes dust and debris in drill holes when sprayed on drill bits.
Cleans nozzle on spray paint can.
Cleans varnish and beeswax off paint brush.
Frees stuck, frozen. and/or rusted bolts.
Lubricates screw-drive of garage door opener.
Keeps ceramic/terra-cotta garden pots from oxidizing.
Keeps dirt from sticking to bike or ATV (or bike and ATV driver).
Keeps snow from sticking to snowblowers.
Lubricates ski boot buckles.
Lubricates contacts and prevents rust on Christmas lights.
Prevents snow build-up on windows.
Keeps dirt, mud, and clay from sticking to shovels.
Spray underside of lawn mower housing and blade to prevent sticking and clogging of grass clippings.
Lubricates pop-up lawn sprinklers.
Keeps wooden garden tool handles from splintering.
Protects metal garden tools from fertilizer and garden chemicals.
Renews typewriter, adding machine, and mechanical calculator ribbons and ink pads.
Unsticks keyboard keys on typewriters, adding machines, and computer terminals.
Cleans gold contact points on computers.
Rejuvenates old computer mouse.
Makes puck slide faster on air hockey table.
Keeps ski boots from squeaking.
Removes ski wax from clothing.
Removes road tar on car.
Removes grease and dirt on chrome.
Helps keep paint from fading on fiberglass.
Cleans whitewall tires.
Helps restore paint damaged by oxidation.
Frees stuck electronic antennas and windows on cars.
Gets air out of fuel lines when changing filters on diesel engines.
Keeps sharpening stone clean and oiled.
Cleans tin-plated parts on model trains.
Dries your car's wet ignition system.
Prevents rain seepage when sprayed on garage door sealer.
Climbers use on crampons to keep snow from sticking.
Keeps feathers on archery arrows water-resistant while increasing velocity and penetration.
Jet skis/water craft: Douse whole thing in WD-40 to displace water and protect components, especially after using in salt water.
Bicyclists use it to "blast spooge out of tight places." (Note: We have no idea what that means.)
And finally, police have successfully used WD-40 to help them unstick and apprehend a burglar who was trapped-NAKED-in an air vent. (Honest! We're pretty sure the thief was stuck on the air duct's duct tape, proving once again that together, duct tape and WD-40 are keeping society safe for all of us). | |
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Posted: 11/8/2005 10:25:00 AM | Interesting fact:
You can be a wet blanket in a thread like this by pointing out that people should not believe every ‘fact’ sent to them in an email. A few minutes searching on snopes.com will usually be enough to prevent you from spreading outright falsehoods. | |
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