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Mister Smarty Pants Knows
By Mr. Smarty Pants, October 24, 1997, Columns
The self-winding watch was invented in 1923.
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At the Battle of Bull Run, confusion prevailed in
some areas due to the fact that many Southern units were dressed in blue, while some Northern units were wearing grey.
James Joyce liked the number 13. So did Mrs. Winchester, of Winchester rifle fame.
To own a new Ferrari F-50 you must already own two other Ferraris, agree to never sell the car, and be well-known by a Ferrari "officer."
The Gay Pride rainbow flag once featured two extra colors no longer present -- pink and turquoise.
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