MAY 26, 1973

SATURDAY
$1,000 INVESTED IN COKE STOCK (KO) IN 1973
WOULD HAVE MADE YOU $195,416 IN 2025
Min_Wage_Hourly: $2.05
Median_Home_Price: $30,680.00
Gas_Price_Avg: $0.62
Bread_Price_Avg: $0.32
Movie_Ticket_Avg: $1.92
First_Class_Stamp: $0.09
Milk_Price_Avg: $1.53
Top Movies By May 26, 1973
1 Paper Moon
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Paper Moon
2 The Day of the Jackal
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The Day of the Jackal
3 Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid
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Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid
4 High Plains Drifter
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High Plains Drifter
5 Soylent Green
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Soylent Green
6 Scarecrow
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Scarecrow
7 The Mack
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The Mack
8 Charlotte's Web
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Charlotte's Web
9 The Long Goodbye
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The Long Goodbye
10 Save the Tiger
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Save the Tiger
O Lucky Man!
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O Lucky Man!
The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean
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The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean
The Heartbreak Kid
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The Heartbreak Kid
The Poseidon Adventure
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The Poseidon Adventure
Avanti!
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Avanti!
The Getaway
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The Getaway
Sleuth
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Sleuth
Pete 'n' Tillie
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Pete 'n' Tillie
Images
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Images
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1776
Man of La Mancha
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Man of La Mancha
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Television On May 26, 1973
Columbo poster
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Columbo
Sesame Street poster
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Sesame Street
Bonanza poster
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Bonanza
M*A*S*H poster
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M*A*S*H
Barnaby Jones poster
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Barnaby Jones
Adam-12 poster
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Adam-12
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The Waltons
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Lassie
The Story of May 26, 1973

On May 26, 1973, a notable event unfolded in the American media landscape as an article falsely attributed to a prominent newsman stirred controversy.

🧠 Inventions of 1973

Breakthroughs and everyday innovations from the year.

1 Cellular Telephone System
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Cellular Telephone System
2 Global Positioning System Concept
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Global Positioning System Concept
3 Ethernet
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Ethernet
4 Magnetic Resonance Imaging Theory
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging Theory
5 Electronic Fuel Injection Mass Adoption
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Electronic Fuel Injection Mass Adoption
6 Word Processing Software
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Word Processing Software
7 Portable Video Camera
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Portable Video Camera
8 Microwave Oven Popularization
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Microwave Oven Popularization
9 Automated Warehouse Systems
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Automated Warehouse Systems
10 Computer Mouse Refinement
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Computer Mouse Refinement

The Sounds of

The biggest hits of the year — Top 10 Pop & Country chart toppers

HEADLINES ON May 26, 1973

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  • Headline: Controversy Over False Reporting in Detroit. Impact: This incident led to the creation of the 'Kohn Law' which mandated reporters to have at least one source or a pet goldfish before publishing. The ripple effect? Now every journalist has a fish named 'Scoops'!. Fact: Did you know that this fake news led to real-life panic? People began checking their own life insurance policies just in case they became the next headline!.
  • Headline: Stuttgart Ballet's Fresh Take on Swan Lake. Impact: The revamping of 'Swan Lake' led to a global obsession with ballet, causing a dramatic increase in tutu sales. Who knew pirouettes could spark a fashion revolution?. Fact: Did you know that every time someone mentions 'Swan Lake', a ballerina somewhere has to do a double pirouette just to keep the balance of the universe intact?.
  • Headline: Pact Would Let U.S.Check Swiss Banks in Tax Cases. Impact: This treaty sent shockwaves through the world of tax evasion, making Swiss bank accounts less appealing. In a twist of fate, it led to a surge in the popularity of offshore islands no one had heard of!. Fact: Did you know that Swiss banks once thought they were invincible? Turns out, they were just really good at hiding!.
  • Headline: Text of Statement on Nixon Home on Coast. Impact: The financing of Nixon's coastal home became a case study in political mismanagement, inspiring future politicians to either hide their homes better or just rent apartments. Because who needs a mansion when you can have a condo?. Fact: Did you know that Nixon's house was so famous it was almost considered a national landmark? Just think, 'Nixon's Palace' could've been a tourist trap!.
  • Headline: CAMPORA BECOMES ARGENTINA'S CHIEF. Impact: This event sparked a series of political shifts in Argentina, with each new leader trying to outdo the last, leading to a reality show format for elections. Who needs debates when you can have challenges?. Fact: Did you know that Peron returning to Argentina is like your favorite band doing a reunion tour? Everyone's excited, but no one knows if it's going to be a hit or a disaster!.
  • Headline: The Mr. Big Myth. Impact: The revelation about Nixon's paranoia led to a surge in conspiracy theories, making 'Mr. Big' a popular character in countless spy novels. Thanks to Nixon, we now have an entire genre dedicated to over-the-top plots!. Fact: Did you know that the 'Mr. Big' myth inspired a whole generation of characters in movies? Just remember, the real villains were always wearing suits!.
  • Headline: Philharmonic Adds A Ballet by Villella To Its Promenade. Impact: The addition of this ballet ignited a renaissance of classical arts in unexpected places, leading to ballet-inspired flash mobs in grocery stores! Who knew a pirouette could happen in aisle five?. Fact: Did you know that Cole Porter’s music is so catchy that it’s rumored to have caused spontaneous jazz hands in the audience? Just wait until you see a ballet dancer in the produce section!.
  • Headline: MITCHELL AND DEAN REPORTED ACCUSED. Impact: The fallout from this accusation shaped the way political scandals were covered in the media, creating a legacy of sensationalism that still thrives today. Who needs facts when you have drama?. Fact: Did you know that Watergate has become synonymous with political scandal? It's the gold standard for how to turn a political career into a cautionary tale!.

Wall Street Time Machine

The Right Call: If you'd invested $1,000 in any one of these companies in 1973, here's what it would be worth in 2025.
Rank #1
PG
Procter & Gamble
Price in 1973
$0.78
Value in 2025
$185,625

Procter & Gamble - If you invested $1,000 in 1973, it would be worth $185,625 today (185.6x return)

Rank #2
CVX
Chevron
Price in 1973
$0.74
Value in 2025
$200,926

Chevron - If you invested $1,000 in 1973, it would be worth $200,926 today (200.9x return)

Rank #3
MO
Philip Morris
Price in 1973
$0.02
Value in 2025
$2,433,689

Philip Morris - If you invested $1,000 in 1973, it would be worth $2,433,689 today (2433.7x return)

🦸 Top 5 Comics
The Incredible Hulk #181
The Incredible Hulk #181
$39,000
Amazing Spider-Man #121
Amazing Spider-Man #121
$1,200
Amazing Spider-Man #122
Amazing Spider-Man #122
$700
House of Secrets #92
House of Secrets #92
$1,200
Avengers #112
Avengers #112
$175
🧸 Top 5 Toys
Shrinky Dinks
Shrinky Dinks
$75.00
Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle
Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle
$1,050.00
Spirograph
Spirograph
$150.00
Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Trolley
Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Trolley
$150.00
Big Wheel
Big Wheel
$30.00
🎮 Top 5 Video Games
Pong
Pong
$50.00
Gotcha
Gotcha
$350.00
Space Race
Space Race
$200.00
Lemans
Lemans
$1,000.00
Brunswick Europlay
Brunswick Europlay
Unknown
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
Marvel Value Stamps Series A
Marvel Value Stamps Series A
$10,000
Topps Wacky Packages Series 4
Topps Wacky Packages Series 4
$1,937.50
Topps Baseball Insert: Action Emblems '73
Topps Baseball Insert: Action Emblems '73
$100
1973 Kellogg's Tony the Tiger 3-D Card
1973 Kellogg's Tony the Tiger 3-D Card
$1,500
1973 & 1974 Matchbox Auto Show
1973 & 1974 Matchbox Auto Show
$250,000