Remembering 1950

We all enjoy taking a look back in time to reminisce about the good old days. As a child, it was always entertaining to hear the adults sharing stories about life, the cost of living, and “The Way Things Were “. Here are a few interesting facts from the year 1950.

·        The first TV remote control is marketed by Zenith

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·        8 million homes in the US own a television

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·        Diner’s Club issued the first credit cards

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·        Cost of a ball point pen is 25 cents

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·        Average wage per year is $3,200

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·        Gallon of gas around 18 cents (can we get a roll back?)

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·        Clock radio $59.95

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·        Average cost of a new car $1500

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·        Rib Roast 29 cents per pound

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·        Ritz Crackers 32 cents

 



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