Some Odds N Ends in History for October 12
1609: Children's rhyme "Three Blind Mice," published in London
1823: Charles Macintosh of Scotland begins selling raincoats (Macs)
1853: John Morrissey wins boxing title, when Yankee Sullivan leaves ring after 36th round to slug Morrissey's fans
1892: Pledge of Allegiance 1st recited in public schools
1918: 1st use of iron lung (Boston's Children Hospital)
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