Most Popular Names
Top boys name: James, Top girls name: Mary
Mid-20th century U.S. naming trends with Mary, Linda, and Michael dominating
by Ernest Hemingway
Classic or influential work of mid-20th century literature
U.S. FCC authorizes stations
Mid-century breakthroughs shaping modern life
by Orson Welles
Mid-20th century influential or top-grossing film
Democrat Party
New Deal programs, WWII leadership, only 4-term president
by Glenn Miller
Pre-Hot 100 era; top-selling single of the year
Year-End Close
-15% from previous year
New Deal & WWII period
Construction toy set using wooden spools and rods