On this day in history, Nov. 3, 1956, 'The Wizard of Oz' debuts on TV, elevates old film to American classic

“The Wizard of Oz,” the Hollywood epic beloved by generations of Americans for its fantastical allegory rooted in love of heartland, home and family, appeared on television for the first time on this date in history, Nov. 3, 1956.  “For generations, this 1939 MGM fantasy musical has held a cherished place in American popular culture,”…

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On this day in history, Nov. 2, 1948, Truman defeats Dewey, shocking pundits and mocking headline writers

Embattled President Harry S. Truman shocked political pundits and mocked national headline makers when he defeated Republican challenger Thomas E. Dewey in the race for the White House on this day in history, Nov. 2, 1948.  “Dewey defeats Truman,” screamed the headline the following day in the Chicago Daily Tribune, the paper famously held aloft…

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