JANUARY 10, 1941

FRIDAY
1941 Coca-Cola advertising artwork
$1,000 INVESTED IN COKE STOCK (KO) IN 1941
WOULD HAVE MADE YOU $10,560,211 IN THE 2025 DATASET
Min Wage Hourly$0.35
Median Home Price$4,340.00
Gas Price Avg$0.19
Bread Price Avg$0.10
Movie Ticket Avg$0.32
First Class Stamp$0.03
Milk Price Avg$0.58
Top Movies From 1941
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1 Sergeant York
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Sergeant York
2 Honky Tonk
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Honky Tonk
3 Louisiana Purchase
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Louisiana Purchase
4 How Green Was My Valley
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How Green Was My Valley
5 The Philadelphia Story
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The Philadelphia Story
6 Caught in the Draft
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Caught in the Draft
7 A Yank in the R.A.F.
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A Yank in the R.A.F.
8 Men of Boys Town
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Men of Boys Town
9 Ziegfeld Girl
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Ziegfeld Girl
10 They Died with Their Boots On
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They Died with Their Boots On
The Great Dictator
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The Great Dictator
The Letter
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The Letter
Fantasia
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Fantasia
Arizona
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Arizona
Kitty Foyle
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Kitty Foyle
Second Chorus
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Second Chorus

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January 10, 1941

On January 10, 1941, the United States was grappling with the escalating tensions in Europe as World War II intensified. Amidst this backdrop, Dr. Ezra K. Maxfield was in the spotlight, likely due to his contributions to the medic...

Inventions & Breakthroughs of January 1941

Gadgets, lab surprises, odd bets, and future-shocks from this slice of the calendar.

1 Programmable Digital Computer (Z3)
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Programmable Digital Computer (Z3)
2 Microwave Radar System
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Microwave Radar System
3 Electric Guitar Solid Body
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Electric Guitar Solid Body
4 Polyethylene Insulation Cable
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Polyethylene Insulation Cable
5 Military Jeep
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Military Jeep
6 Automated Bomb Sight
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Automated Bomb Sight
7 Infrared Sniperscope
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Infrared Sniperscope
8 Mass Penicillin Production
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Mass Penicillin Production
9 Color Television Broadcast System
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Color Television Broadcast System
10 Electric Eye Door Systems
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Electric Eye Door Systems

The Sounds of

Popular recordings and roots/country selections associated with the year

Headlines From January 10, 1941

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  • Headline: Dr. Ezra K. Maxfield's Contributions. Impact: Dr. Maxfield's groundbreaking research on time travel inadvertently led to the creation of a time-snack that has been a staple in future intergalactic cuisine. Who knew that one man's quest for knowledge could lead to a galaxy-wide obsession with nacho-flavored space chips?. Fact: Did you know Dr. Maxfield once tried to invent a time machine powered by caffeine? Apparently, it just made coffee lovers hyper and slightly less punctual.
  • Headline: Mr. Hopkins' European Diplomatic Mission. Impact: Mr. Hopkins' diplomatic efforts inadvertently set off a chain reaction that eventually led to the invention of the selfie stick, as world leaders began to prioritize public image over actual diplomacy. Who knew posing for pictures was more important than peace?. Fact: Fun fact: The phrase 'ambassador-at-large' was first coined after a failed attempt at creating a large-scale pizza delivery service across Europe.
  • Headline: Sidney Hillman's Hospitalization in 1941. Impact: Hillman's hospitalization sparked a nationwide movement for better healthcare, leading to the establishment of the first health insurance policy that covered everything except hangnails and bad advice. Fact: Did you know that while in the hospital, Hillman was known to give impromptu lectures on the importance of labor rights? Because nothing says 'get well soon' like a labor union seminar!.
  • Headline: MAYOR WEIGHING BIG DEFENSE POST AS ROOSEVELT AIDE; But Even Close Friends Do Not Know if He Will Accept the President's Offer TASK ONE OF COORDINATION Associates Hope He Will Stay Here -- Democratic Mayoralty Victory Seen if He Goes MAYOR WEIGHING BIG DEFENSE POST. Impact: The mayor’s indecision led to a new political strategy called 'The Waffle,' which became the go-to tactic for politicians everywhere when they want to avoid making a commitment. This has since evolved into the art of dodging questions. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'I need to think about it' was actually invented by mayors trying to avoid making decisions? Truly a legacy of indecision!.
  • Headline: Sentiment for Britain Even at Risk of War Is Strongest in South, Gallup Survey Finds. Impact: The overwhelming support for Britain inspired a generation of artists who painted pictures of tea and crumpets as symbols of peace, inadvertently leading to a worldwide shortage of both. Clearly, the world was not prepared for a crumpet craze. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'I’d fight for my tea' became a rallying cry during this period? Because nothing says patriotism like a good scone.
  • Headline: AIR BLOWS HARASS TWO ITALIAN PORTS; Palermo, as Well as Naples, Reports R.A.F. Raid -- Emden and Wilhelmshaven Bombed. Impact: This event triggered a series of retaliatory pranks that evolved into an entire subculture of aerial balloon warfare. Today, descendants of those involved still celebrate 'Balloon Day' every year, complete with confetti and cake. Fact: Did you know that the original idea for aerial raids came from a misunderstanding during a game of charades? Someone misinterpreted 'air raid' as 'air parade' and, well, the rest is history.
  • Headline: SHIPS FOR BRITAIN ENGAGE EXPERTS; Two-Year Period for Providing Yards Concerns Group at Capital Seeking Solution MUST MEET RAID LOSSES With U.S. Navy's Needs Taking Priority, Maritime Board Faces Pressing Problem. Impact: This logistical nightmare resulted in the invention of the first maritime planner, who was later blamed for the infamous 'Great Boat Mix-Up' of 1942, where a fleet of battleships ended up at a boat show instead of the front lines. Fact: Did you know that the term 'naval architecture' was actually coined during this period? It was a polite way of saying, 'Why did we build these boats again?'.
  • Headline: Edison's Inauguration Will Cost Only $500. Impact: This low-cost inauguration led to a trend of frugality in government ceremonies, paving the way for budget cuts that eventually resulted in a 'Bring Your Own Snack' policy for all future political gatherings. Fact: Did you know that Edison's inauguration was almost canceled because someone forgot to order the balloons? Talk about a party foul!.
  • Headline: FEWER SHIP LOSSES. Impact: The decrease in ship losses inspired a new trend in naval fashion, leading to the rise of the 'Nautical Chic' movement in the 1940s, where sailors became the first fashion icons of the sea. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'sail away into the sunset' became popular after this event? Because who wouldn’t want to leave their troubles behind on a fancy ship?.

Wall Street Time Machine

The Right Call: A historical $1,000 investment comparison using the stored long-range dataset.
Rank #1
PG
Procter & Gamble
Price in 1941
$0.25
Stored value
$586,657

Procter & Gamble - If you invested $1,000 in 1941, it would be worth $586,657 today (586.7x return)

Rank #2
KMB
Kimberly-Clark
Price in 1941
$0.69
Stored value
$147,887

Kimberly-Clark - If you invested $1,000 in 1941, it would be worth $147,887 today (147.9x return)

🦸 Top 5 Comics
Captain America Comics #1
Captain America Comics #1
$2,000,000
All Star Comics #8
All Star Comics #8
$1,000,000
Detective Comics #58
Detective Comics #58
$10,200
Green Lantern #1
Green Lantern #1
$250,000
More Fun Comics #73
More Fun Comics #73
$2,500
🧸 Top 5 Toys
Tinkertoys
Tinkertoys
$150.00
Crayola Crayons
Crayola Crayons
$50.00
Lincoln Logs
Lincoln Logs
$120.00
Red Ryder Bb Gun
Red Ryder Bb Gun
$300.00
Yoyo
Yoyo
$4,100.00
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
Propaganda War Cards
Propaganda War Cards
$250,000
Turf Cigarettes 'Hidden Beauties'
Turf Cigarettes 'Hidden Beauties'
$11.00
Zemann VzornΓ© Praha 1941
Zemann VzornΓ© Praha 1941
Unknown
War Gum Cards
War Gum Cards
$800
Chocolat Jacques Historical Figures
Chocolat Jacques Historical Figures
$2,000