Day in Tech History
February 23: Tootsie Roll is Introduced
February 23, 1896 – Tootsie Roll is introduced in US
1896 - A little Geeky knowledge for ya – The Tootsie roll is introduced. Austrian immigrant Leo Hishfield took the idea to a New York store and sold the idea. The name comes from her 5 year old daughter, whom everyone called “Tootsie”. It became the first “Penny candy” and was even a War time ration since it could withstand severe weather conditions.Wikazine – Full show notes for February 22
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