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August 16: Babe Ruth’s Death Anniversary
Taken by cancer at just 53, Babe Ruth, the left-handed pitcher and “Sultan of Swat” died on this day in New York City in 1948. Honor his legacy (even if you’re not a Yankees fan) by going to a ball game or playing catch in the yard. And don’t forget to suit up—Great Atlantic provides baseball jerseys, caps, gym bags, T-shirts and more for your team’s sporting needs! Play ball!
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August 15: Julia Child’s Birthday
Today in 1912, America’s beloved chef was born in Pasadena, CA! Child never took a cooking lesson until she was in her 30’s but achieved near-instant fame with her on-air cooking shows. Child died in 2004 at age 92. Celebrate her life by trying a new recipe or indulging in scrumptious goodies! Did you know that gourmet chocolates, exotic spices and nuts are great gifts that fit everyone perfectly—no sizing issues!
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August 12: IBM Personal Computer Introduced
How much did the first IBM personal computer cost? A) $500 B) $5,000 C) $1,500
Yes, in 1981 this contraption cost a mere $1,500 and soon radically altered our world!
Did you know that we can source thousands of items in just minutes from over 3,000 industry suppliers thanks to Great Atlantic’s access to industry software? Or, did you know we can provide virtual samples for our clothing and promotional products? Both of these FREE features can save you valuable time!
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