Trivia

Few realize Abraham Lincoln’s presence is indicated not just once but twice on the Lincoln penny.

Genghis Khan carried powdered mare’s milk.

In contests, people who come in third are happier than people who come in second. Thirds tend to be glad they showed. Seconds are inclined to be sorry they didn’t win. So say the psychologists.

Each side of your brain not only has its own job, but each has its own feeling, consciousness and personality. Or so say the experts. Interesting, if true. What happens when the sides disagree? “Let’s take a nap,” purrs Left. “You nap,” snaps Right, “I’m going out for a beer.”

Rule-of-thumbers say eight quarts of dried beans will feed 100 people.