Rich Honiball
Today in Brand History: The Burlington Arcade & Shopping Centers
On March 20, 1819, the Burlington Arcade opened its doors to the public. It was one of the first covered shopping arcades in London, and...
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A Sweet Blog...
From time to time, I write. Or I take pictures. I have started recording videos, more to push myself because I am uncomfortable in front of any camera. The views I express are random, subject to change, and though influenced by my experiences and environment, they are completely mine!
I hope you enjoy. Perhaps glean something useful. And as always, I do appreciate feedback. No, seriously, I really do! Most days...
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Rich Honiball
- Mar 12
- 2 min
Today in Brand History: Hulu
On March 12, 2008, the streaming service Hulu launched for public access in the United States. While Hulu quickly gained popularity and...
Rich Honiball
- Mar 3
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: Dry Cleaning
(photo credit: www.goodhousekeeping.com) On March 3, 1821, American tailor and inventor Thomas L. Jennings received a US patent for his...
Rich Honiball
- Feb 28
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: B&O Railroad
On February 28, 1827, the Baltimore and Ohio (B&O) Railroad, the first commercial railroad in the United States, was chartered in...
Rich Honiball
- Feb 8
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: William & Mary
Founded on February 8, 1693, William & Mary College is a public research university located in Williamsburg, Virginia and is the second...
Rich Honiball
- Jan 24
- 2 min
Today in Brand History: Eskimo Pies
On January 24, 1922, Danish immigrant Christian Kent Nelson, a schoolteacher and candy store owner was issued a patent for his invention,...
Rich Honiball
- Jan 2
- 2 min
Today in Brand History: Carrier
On January 2nd, 1906, Willis Carrier received a US patent for the world’s first air conditioner, the first modern air-conditioning...
Rich Honiball
- Dec 31, 2022
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: The Bank of North America
The Bank of North America was the first United States bank to open its doors, founded on December 31st, 1781, just a few years after the...
Rich Honiball
- Nov 15, 2022
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: Gillette
In 1904, King C Gillette patented the Gillette razor blade. His innovation was a thin and disposable blade made of stamped steel. ...
Rich Honiball
- Nov 14, 2022
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: Borden's and Eagle Foods
In 1856, American Gail Borden, a land surveyor, newspaper publisher, and inventor, was issued a patent for technology related to his...
Rich Honiball
- Oct 29, 2022
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: The Ballpoint Pen
In 1945, the first ballpoint pen was sold, manufactured by Reynolds International Pen Company in the US, was first sold. Debuting at...
Rich Honiball
- Oct 17, 2022
- 2 min
Today in #Brand History: The Modern Hotel
In 1829, the Tremont Hotel, considered to be the first modern hotel in the US, opened in Boston. The Tremont Hotel (sometimes referred to...
Rich Honiball
- Oct 14, 2022
- 2 min
Today in Brand History: Kodak
In 1884, George Eastman patents paper-strip photographic film. It was the first film in roll form to prove practicable, an innovation...
Rich Honiball
- Oct 13, 2022
- 4 min
Today in Brand History: The US Navy
In 1775, the first US Navy formed when the Continental Congress ordered the construction of a naval fleet. An advisory committee made up...
Rich Honiball
- Oct 10, 2022
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: The United States Naval Academy
(Photo credit: The Library of Congress) In 1845, the Naval School was established at the former Fort Severn in Annapolis, MD. What would...
Rich Honiball
- Oct 9, 2022
- 2 min
Today in Brand History: Singer Sewing Machines
In 1855, American inventor and businessman Isaac Singer patented the sewing machine motor. The Singer company began to market its...
Rich Honiball
- Oct 4, 2022
- 2 min
Today in Brand History: The Orient Express
(photo credit: trainconsultant.com) In 1883, The Orient Express departed on its first official journey from Paris to Istanbul. A luxury...
Rich Honiball
- Sep 30, 2022
- 2 min
Today in Brand History: The Flintstones
(photo credit: The Cartoon Network) In 1960, "The Flintstones", created by Hanna-Barbera, became the first animated series to hold a...
Rich Honiball
- Sep 28, 2022
- 2 min
Today in Brand History: Marks & Spencer
(photo credit: thegenealogist.com) In 1894: Simon Marks and Tom Spencer open their first Penny Bazaar in Manchester. Michael Marks, a...
Rich Honiball
- Sep 14, 2022
- 2 min
Today in Brand History: The American Department Store
(photo credit: visualizingnyc.org) In 1848, Alexander Stewart opened the first US department store, the A.T. Stewart Dry Goods Store,...
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