Guest guest Posted May 2, 2006 Report Share Posted May 2, 2006 Reminder from the Calendar of Time Capsule: May 2nd Tuesday May 2, 2006 12:30 am - 12:30 am This event repeats every year. Notes: On this day in:1780, Herschel discovered the first binary star, Xi Ursae Majoris. 1887, Hannibal W. Goodwin patented celluloid photographic film.1902, the first science fiction film, " A Trip To The Moon " , was released. Notweworthy people born on this day:In 1601: Athanasius Kircher German Jesuit/inventor (magic lantern).In 1844: Elijah McCoy, Canadian inventor of African descent, held over 50 patents including a lubricator for steam engines ( " the Real McCoy " ). In 1860: Sir D'Arcy , zoologist/classicist (On Growth & Form). ADVERTISEMENT Yes No Yes No Yes No Copyright © 2006 . Privacy Policy - Terms of Service Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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