On this day in 1954, Dr Jonas Salk's polio vaccine trials began.

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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

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On this day in 1954, Dr Jonas Salk's polio vaccine trials began.

Dr. Jonas Salk's Polio Vaccine Trials Began - Feb. 23, 1954

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On this day in 1952, Mr. Potato Head became the first toy to be advertised on television.

On this day in 1952, Mr. Potato Head became the first toy to be advertised on television.

The first toy commercial airs on TV - April 30th, 1952

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On this day in 1945, the world famous Peace rose was introduced to gardeners at a special ceremony in Pasadena, California. 

On this day in 1945, the world famous Peace rose was introduced to gardeners at a special ceremony in Pasadena, California.

The Peace rose is introduced in the United States - April 29th, 1945

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On this day in 1941, the Chicago Cubs became the first Major League team to have live organ music performed at a ballgame.

On this day in 1941, the Chicago Cubs became the first Major League team to have live organ music performed at a ballgame.

Organ music is played at a baseball stadium for the first time - April 26th, 1941

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Dr. Jonas Salk's Polio Vaccine Trials Began - Feb. 23, 1954

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