Description: Taxi is an award-winning sitcom that aired from September 12, 1978, to June 15, 1983. The show focused on the employees of the fictional Sunshine Cab Company, and its principal setting is the company's garage in Manhattan. Among the drivers, only Alex Reiger, who is disillusioned with life, considers cab driving his profession, while the others view it as a temporary job.
Description: Jay Jacobs was a clothing retailer based in downtown Seattle, Washington, founded in 1941 by its namesake Jay Jacobs (October 13, 1911 – February 15, 2013). It specialized in trendy clothing for teens, mainly targeting girls. Although the company's first 20 years saw the opening of only two more stores, it was largely profitable at its height in the mid-1980s and operated 288 stores in 22 western states by 1993. However, 1992 saw a major about face from success and many of the stores, especially in southern California, were becoming unprofitable and were closed. In an attempt to gain back lost business, the company tried to expand its target audience by going after young adults with career oriented clothing.
Description: It used to be very common to see someone on the side of the road sticking their thumb out in hopes that a passing motorist would pick them up, but not so much anymore. While many see the decline as a fear of crime by way of picking up a serial killer or would be robber, the real truth is that car ownership has increased steadily decade over decade, making the once common practice far less needed. Couple that with affordable ride-share services that are literally a click away, and there just isn't much need to 'thumb a ride' anymore.
Description: Founded in Sunnyvale, California during the early '80s, Cyberdyne Systems' products were primarily computer processors, but also made small components for larger manufacturers in the tech industry. A T-800 Terminator, which was sent from the future and designed to kill humans, was crushed in one of the hydraulic presses in Cyberdyne's factory. From the Terminator's wreckage, the company was able to procure future tech by way of it's CPU chip and nearly complete arm segment. The advanced technology from these elements were reverse engineered, rapidly accelerating Cyberdyne Systems into the future, suddenly making them a major player in cutting-edge tech.
Description: Founded in Sunnyvale, California during the early '80s, Cyberdyne Systems' products were primarily computer processors, but also made small components for larger manufacturers in the tech industry. A T-800 Terminator, which was sent from the future and designed to kill humans, was crushed in one of the hydraulic presses in Cyberdyne's factory. From the Terminator's wreckage, the company was able to procure future tech by way of it's CPU chip and nearly complete arm segment. The advanced technology from these elements were reverse engineered, rapidly accelerating Cyberdyne Systems into the future, suddenly making them a major player in cutting-edge tech.
Description: Smallville High School, or Smallville High for short, is the local high school for grades 9-12 in the rural township of Smallville in Lowell County, Kansas. The town was named after Ezra Small, who founded the town in 1831 and the bhigh school wasn't built until sometime in the '40s. The Kent family has lived on their family farm in Smallville since 1871, and Clark Kent attended Smallville High from 2001 to 2005 with his close friends Pete Ross, Chloe Sullivan, and his love interest, Lana Lang. The school's varsity football team is the Smallville Crows, for which Clark played during his senior year, and its school colors are red and gold. The school football field, the Arnold Stadium, is named after famed coach Walt Arnold.
Description: Powder River, Wyoming is little more than a ghost town these days, but it used to have two restaurants, a motel, and a gas station, supporting not just locals and travelers along the U.S. 20 highway, but also the Standard Oil refinery. Now all that remains is an elementary school, a post office and a handful of very rural residences. One of those restaurants was the Tumble Inn, a roadhouse in every sense of the word. The log cabin housing the Tumble Inn was moved to Powder River from Ten Sleep, Wyoming, in 1923 and operated as several businesses before the Tumble Inn took up residence in 1942. With a full bar and kitchen, the Inn kept passersby happy for decades, but after the refinery closed, things slowed and topless dancers were added.
Description: Krieg und Friedena (war and peace) brand Kräuterlikör was first produced in 1937 and quickly became a popular brand both at home in Germany and abroad. Kräuterlikör is an herbal or spiced liqueur, also known as "half-bitters" that is traditionally served neat as a digestif. In contrast to bitters, they have a higher sugar content, expressed as invert sugar, and typically contain 15% to 44% alcohol by volume. Mixtures of alcohol and bitter substances were used as medicine to increase bile and gastric acid secretion; however, the higher proportion of alcohol and sugar is not conducive to digestion. Nowadays, Kräuterlikör is also served as an ingredient of different cocktails and long drinks, though Kräuterlikör dates back to the Middle Ages.
Description: The Seafirst Corporation was formed on November 11, 1929, from the merger of Seattle's three largest banks, the First National Bank Group (founded 1882), the Dexter Horton National Bank (founded 1870 by Dexter Horton), and Seattle National Bank (founded 1889). The bank was originally named First Seattle Dexter Horton National Bank, but in 1931, the bank changed its name to First National Bank of Seattle, and again in 1935, to Seattle-First National Bank. In 1970, it was using the name Firstbank. Seafirst Corporation was formed as a bank holding company for the Seattle-First National Bank on July 1, 1974. In April 1983, San Francisco-based BankAmerica Corporation announced the pending acquisition of the ailing Seafirst Corporation.
Description: Hospoda u Kalicha, loosely translated as 'pub in the chalice,' was a Czech pub and cabaret located in Prague's Wenceslas Square. Founded in 1961, Hospoda u Kalicha served countless locals and tourists alike from the heart of Prague's bustling entertainment district with its full bar and popular cabaret acts.
Description: Gus Polinski, the self proclaimed "Polka King of the Midwest," is the leader of the Kenosha Kickers polka band who offers a ride to Kate McCallister when they both find themselves stranded in a snowed in Scranton Airport. Riding in the back of a rented box truck with the band as they continue their tour, Gus dropped Kate off at home in Chicago on their way through town.
Description: The Iroquois Brewery was successor to the Jacob Roos Brewery, originally founded in 1842. Much of the Iroquois advertising that appeared after prohibition cites this 1842 date as the brewery's founding. The brewery was located between Hickory and Pratt Streets in Buffalo, N.Y. It was operated by Jacob Roos and, after his death, by George Roos, until 1892, when it was sold to Leonard Burgwerger. Burgwerger razed the buildings and built a new brewery on the site. This was the start of the Iroquois Brewing Company. Iroquois survived prohibition by brewing soda and near beer, and reopened shortly after prohibition ended in April 1933. Iroquois grew and prospered after prohibition and became the largest brewer in Buffalo.
Description: The Iroquois Brewery was successor to the Jacob Roos Brewery, originally founded in 1842. Much of the Iroquois advertising that appeared after prohibition cites this 1842 date as the brewery's founding. The brewery was located between Hickory and Pratt Streets in Buffalo, N.Y. It was operated by Jacob Roos and, after his death, by George Roos, until 1892, when it was sold to Leonard Burgwerger. Burgwerger razed the buildings and built a new brewery on the site. This was the start of the Iroquois Brewing Company. Iroquois survived prohibition by brewing soda and near beer, and reopened shortly after prohibition ended in April 1933. Iroquois grew and prospered after prohibition and became the largest brewer in Buffalo.
Description: Established in 1623, Gloucester, Massachusetts is America's oldest seaport, so it would make sense that it's also home to some of America's oldest public houses. The city's very roots are tied to the sea, so it should come as no surprise that most of the taverns carry a nautical theme of some sort. One such example is Voyagers Tavern, a watering hole that has been serving up drinks to salty sea dogs since 1889 right off the Inner Harbor.
Description: Everyone knows that Binford Tools are the best of the best, especially the 6100 series. From cutting edge cordless power tools to traditional hand tools, Binford consistently delivers a level of made in USA quality that other brands can't match. Of course, their calendar girls aren't too bad either, and Binford would have it no other way.
Description: The Ford FE engine is a V8 used in vehicles sold in the North American market between 1958 and 1976. The FE was introduced to replace the short-lived Ford Y-block engine, which American cars and trucks were outgrowing. It was designed with room to be significantly expanded, and manufactured both as a top-oiler and side-oiler, and in displacements between 332 cu in and 428 cu in.The Ford single overhead cam (SOHC) 427 V8 engine, familiarly known as the "Cammer," was released in 1964 in an effort to maintain stock car racing dominance by seeking to counter the enormously large block 426 Hemi "elephant" engines. The FE 427 block was closer dimensionally to the smaller 392 cu. in. first generation FirePower Hemi.
Description: Wyoming is known as the Cowboy State, so it should come as no surprise that rodeo is Wyoming’s official state sport. From blue jean-clad residents to the iconic Steamboat (the bucking bronco from Wheatland who was unrideable for nearly a decade) appearing on Wyoming’s state license plates, rodeo is firmly ingrained in the heart of Wyoming. Wyoming has rodeos for everyone, and fans young and old flock to these events celebrating the art of cowboying. Almost every town, big or small, hosts a rodeo throughout the summer, where locals and visitors gather to watch amateur and professional rodeo athletes compete in their chosen sport. From bull riding to barrel racing, if this western culture staple is your thing, Wyoming is the place to be.
Description: The Blazer's story began in 1969 when the first K5 rolled out to compete with the similar sport utility rigs on the market. Based on full-size pickup truck frame underpinnings, the Blazer was larger than the competition with an interior that could be configured to hold one to five passengers and for an open-air experience, the rig's fiberglass top could be removed. Options included air conditioning, power steering, power brakes, push-button radio, heavy-duty shocks and springs and an auxiliary battery. In its first year of production, customers could only get their Blazers with four-wheel drive, but chose from three different engines ranging from a 4.1-liter inline six-cylinder to a 5.7-liter V8.
Description: Road to Ruin is the fourth studio album by American punk rock band the Ramones, released on September 21, 1978, it was the first Ramones album to feature new drummer Marky, who replaced Tommy. The cover artwork originated by a Ramones fan who illustrated the members performing with a lobster claw coming out of an amplifier and a snake around their feet. Following the drawing's completion in '77, the band decided to make it the Road to Ruin cover. This sketch did, however, include original drummer Tommy, so the drawing had to be modified to depict Marky instead, and was further edited to remove the snakes and lobster claw.
Description: The High Time Tavern opened its doors in 1935 in the small Arizona border town of Nogales, making it one of the earliest watering holes in the Arizona Territory after statehood. Aside from a full bar with an extensive tequila menu, High Time ran a full kitchen that made it a popular stop for anyone passing through between Tucson and Mexico. The tavern had live music every night on their respectably sized stage, most commonly featuring country and honky-tonk artists. When they closed up shop is unclear, but it appears that they were still hanging around in the late '80s. While they may be long gone, any business that can make a 50-year run is a success in my book.
Description: Located at the headwaters of the Colorado River and situated on the shores of Grand Lake, the Town of Grand Lake was founded in 1881 as the western gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park. Sitting at an elevation of 8,369 feet above sea level, Grand Lake is Colorado’s largest natural lake and home to some of the best fresh water fishing in all of North America. The lake's gold-medal waters have no shortage of mackinaw (lake trout), kokanee (sockeye) salmon, as well as rainbow, brook, German brown, and cutthroat trout. While many fish year round, Grand Lake is also known as the "Snowmobiling Capital of Colorado," so it's a great winter destination as well as when it snows, it snows a lot!
Description: Word on the streets is that sharks do actually have really bad breath, courtesy of a veritable smorgasbord of bacteria. It's these bacteria that causes a multitude of infections in shark bite victims, which doctors have a hard time treating do to the multitude of sources. But enough marine biology... this retro '80s surfer design has a lighter take on the issue of shark breath and what a bummer it can be when your friend gets eaten 🤷♂️
Description: When someone says the 'Joker is Wild,' they are usually referring to the joker as a wild card in a card game. A wild card is one that may be used to represent any other playing card, sometimes with certain restrictions. These may be jokers, for example in Rummy games, or ordinary ranked and suited cards may be designated as wild cards. A card that is not wild may be referred to as a natural card. Jokers, however, may also have other uses, such as being a permanent top trump. In life, it's always good to have someone who is your wild card, as they always keep things interesting. If you don't think you have a wild card in your circles, then perhaps said wild card is you? Stay wild, moon child!
Description: In October 1940, Maj. David Schlatter, of the U.S. Army Air Corps, surveyed several areas in Utah, Arizona and Nevada looking for a site to locate the first flexible aerial gunnery school. He was particularly interested in Nevada since about 90 percent of the area north, northwest and northeast of Las Vegas was desert wasteland. On Jan. 25, 1941, Las Vegas Mayor John L. Russell signed over the property to the U.S. Army Quartermaster Corps for the development of the flexible gunnery school. The mission of the new school, the Las Vegas Army Air Corps Gunnery School (located on the new Las Vegas Army Air Field), was defined as "training of aerial gunners to the degree of proficiency that will qualify them for combat duty."
Description: The Army Air Corps were looking for a perfect location for a training base since the ’30s and ultimately found it in Las Vegas, Nevada. The initial base was nothing but a dirt runaway, but after a complete buildup, the base was officially opened in 1941 when the first unit – the 79th Air Base Group – arrived there. The base population doubled within a month, representing a fulminating start. By the time of the attacks over Pearl Harbor, the base hosted not more than 27 planes. Almost 1000 troops – both co-pilots and gunnery experts – graduated from the base at every 5 weeks.
Description: William J. Lemp of St. Louis created Falstaff in 1903. When Prohibition forced the closure of the Lemp brewery, local brewer Joseph Griesedieck purchased the Falstaff name in 1920 and changed his company’s name to Falstaff Corp., eventually to be renamed Falstaff Brewing. Post prohibition, Falstaff would become the country’s third-largest brewer from 1957 to 1960, with its production peaking at 7 million barrels in 1966. The ’70s introduced a set of mascots – Fannie and Fearless. Existing in cartoon form, the duo were pictured having assorted adventures from skydiving and motorcycling to waterskiing and bear hunting, all of which included their favorite beer, Falstaff.
Description: Based in North Hollywood, California, the Sandmaster Company was formed in 1966, initially focusing on fiberglass dune buggy conversion kits. By the early '70s, Sandmaster was fabricating their own single seat competition off-road buggies, many of which went on to take class titles in the most grueling of desert racing circuits.
