Historical Passages: Remembering Soichiro Honda

 

Honda made sure his name would be around for many generations to come.
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Today we remember the man who would influence the automobile manufacturing company forever. 

Soichiro Honda passed away 30 years ago at the age of 84.

Despite any formal education, his fascination with cars and invention would push him to start his own own car repair shop at 22 years old.

After doing business with Toyota, his company that was producing piston rings was destroyed during World War II. He would then sell what was left to Toyota and use the finances to create the Honda Technical Research Institute in 1946.

Honda was born.

They would go on to create motorcycle that would outsell the likes of Harley-Davidson and compete in Grand Prix and World Championships.

By 1963 Honda's first car, the T360 mini pick-up truck would go on sale.

Definitely one of the most influential men of the 20th century.

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Music Throwback: "What Now My Love" - Frank Sinatra

Sinatra's 1966 album was done in the days of arranged studio orchestra.
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"What Now My Love" is the fifth track from Frank Sinatra's 1966 album titled 'That's Life'.

The original version of the song is French and translates to "Et Maintenant'. It was written by Gilbert Bercaud and Pierre Delanoe. 

The English translation was written by Carl Sigman.

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Sports Throwback: Cristiano Ronaldo's Manchester United Debut vs Bolton

Cristiano Ronaldo signed with Sporting Lisbon in 1997.

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Shortly after being substituted for Nicky Butt to make his Manchester United debut against Bolton FC, Cristiano Ronaldo would leave a dynamic impression on players and fans all over.

United Legend George Best said it was "undoubtedly the most exciting debut performance I’ve ever seen."

CR7's debut would only a sign of things to come.

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The Holy Word

Men do not despise a thief, if he steal to satisfy his soul when he is hungry;

But if he be found, he shall restore sevenfold; he shall give all the substance of his house.

Proverbs 6v30-31

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On This Day in 1914: The World's First Traffic Light Installed in Cleveland, Ohio

The 1st electric traffic lights in the world in Cleveland.

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On This Day in 1914, the world's first traffic lights system and signals were installed in Cleveland, Ohio on the corner of Euclid Avenue and East 105th Street.

Garrett Morgan invented the traffic lights system and signals based on a T-shaped design he created.

He invented the traffic signal after witnessing an accident between a horse-carriage and a car. The three way signal featured stop, go and a direction button that allowed walkers to cross the street safely.

Morgan was also responsible for inventing the gas mask.

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Entertainment Throwback: Angela Bassett Speaks To The Media At 1994 Oscars Luncheon

 

1993 was Angela Bassett's season of flourish for his rising acting career.

Angela Bassett won roles for the iconic movies 'Boyz In The Hood' in 1991 and 'Malcolm X' in 1992. 

She smashed both of them with her presence creative genius.

That led to her winning the job for her role as Tina Turner in 1993 film 'What's Love Got To Do With It'. 

It was the before of a lifetime which led her to winning the Golden Globe For Best Actress - Motion Picture Musical or Comedy and being nominated for Best Actress at the Academy Awards for her portrayal,

A true star in the making.

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Sports Throwback: What's Tom Brady's Favorite Ring? - 2005

 

Tom Brady collected his 3rd Super Bowl trophy at 27 years old.
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Life as a young NFL player for Tom Brady was pretty remarkable in 2005. 

The New England Patriots had finished as Super Bowl champions three times in the previous four seasons and their Quarterback was just beginning to take off as a leader and prolific passer.

When asked what his favorite ring was in a 2005 '60 Minutes' interview with Steve Kroft, this is what he had to say?

Brady's commitment and perseverance certainly paid off for his "next one".

The power of words.

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Music Throwback: Stevie Wonder Performs "You Haven't Done Nothin" At 1975 Grammys

 

Wonder in the midst of timeless classical period in 1975.
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At the 1975 Grammy Awards, Stevie Wonder explosively performed his politically charged anthem "You Haven't Done" from his 1974 album 'Fulfillingness' First Finale'. 

The song was released on August 7, 1974 as a statement towards President Richard Nixon who would resign from the White House a day later due to the Watergate scandal.

Wonder would win 4 awards at 1975 Grammys including his second straight Album of the Year.

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The Holy Word

 

In God we boast all the day long, and praise thy name for ever. Selah.

Psalm 44v8

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Entertainment Throwback: Pam Grier Talking About Life As An Actress In 1973

In a 1973 WIS-TV South Carolina interview with Jacqueline Johnson, Pam Grier spoke about her roles and ambitions in Hollywood as a Black Woman.

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Sports Throwback: Houston Texans Kickoff Their Franchise With A Win vs The Dallas Cowboys - 2002

Rookie David Carr helped the Texans open their franchise in a promising way.
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The city of Houston was awarded with a new NFL franchise on October 6, 1999 after the Houston Oilers skipped town and moved to Nashville to become the Tennessee Titans two years prior.

"Houston NFL 2002" became the Houston Texans in 2000 after the team name was revealed.

Week 1 of the 2002 NFL season was certainly history and how fitting it was for Houstonians to witness the Dallas Cowboys being on the opposite side of it.

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Music Throwback: "I Ain't Mad At Cha" - 2Pac (Radio Version)

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The single release of 2Pac's "I Ain't Mad At Cha" featuring Danny Boy is definitely more poetic and sound to the ears.

The track was the final hit single from his 1996 album 'All Eyez On Me'.

Daz Dillinger and Shock G were the song's producers.

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The Holy Word

So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, 

and apply thine heart to understanding;

Proverbs 2v2

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