Big Apple (USS Appalachian, 1946)
The USS Appalachian was launched on January 29, 1943. From May-July 1946, the ship served as headquarters for press representatives reporting on Operation Crossroads, the atomic bomb tests carried…
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Big Apple Supermarket (Georgia supermarket chain, 1939-1980)
There have been both "Big Apple" and "Red Apple" supermarkets. Sam Alterman opened the "Big Apple" supermarket in 1939 at 794 Marietta Street, N.W., in Atlanta,…
Maine: “Does anyone else forget the abbreviation for Maine or is it just ME?”
Entry in progress -- BP TwitterYS@NYinLA2121Does anyone else forget the abbreviation for Maine or is it just ME?11:11 PM · Apr 20, 2021·Twitter for iPhone Reddit -- OnelinersPosted by u/pathrado…
Big Apple (Yeaju-Dake Escarpment, Battle of Okinawa, 1945)
The Battle of Okinawa, in June 1945, was one of the last battles of World War II. A ridge on the Yeaju-Dake Escarpment was dubbed the "Big Apple," and it was reported in newspapers on…
“Big Apple” in East Village Other (1968-1971)
East Village Other (EVO) was published in New York City from October 1, 1965 until March 1, 1972. It was one of America's most influential underground newspapers of this period. "Big…
SCROTUS (So Called Ruler Of The United States)
The acronym "POTUS" stands for "President Of The United States." "SCROTUS" can mean "Supreme Court Republicans Of The United States." Some people who do not…
“Why did the emo chicken cross the road?”/“To get to the other sigh.”
"Why did the chicken cross the road?"/"To get to the other side" is a classic riddle from the 19th century. "To get to the other sigh" is an alternative punchline.…
“What’s a Mennonite’s favorite kind of raisin?”/“Barn raisin’.”
"Raisin" can sound like "raising." "What is an Amish man's favorite dried fruit? A barn raisin!" was posted on Reddit -- Dadjokes on March 9, 2014.…
“What did the penguin’s lawyer say?”/“Your honor, my client is CLEARLY not a flight risk.”
At a bail hearing, one concern is if the defendant is a "flight risk" -- that is, the risk of leaving the jurisdiction and not showing up for trial. "Flight risk" doesn't…
“What’s an Amish person’s favorite kind of raisin?”/“A barn raisin.”
"Raisin" can sound like "raising." "What is an Amish man's favorite dried fruit? A barn raisin!" was posted on Reddit -- Dadjokes on March 9, 2014.…
“What’s a farmer’s favorite raisin?”/“A barn raisin.”
"Raisin" can sound like "raising." "What is an Amish man's favorite dried fruit? A barn raisin!" was posted on Reddit -- Dadjokes on March 9, 2014.…
Apple Bank for Savings (originally Haarlem Savings Bank)
Haarlem Savings Bank (later Harlem Savings Bank) was founded in 1863. In 1983, it was renamed "Apple Bank for Savings" (often shortened to "Apple Bank"). A red apple is shown on…
“What do you call a gay barista?”/“A Coffee Grindr.”
Grindr is an online dating application for gay, bi, trans, and queer people. "Coffee grindr" is a frequent joke. "Coffee Grindr: a phone app used to invite strangers back to yours…
“What is an Amish person’s favorite dried fruit?”/“A barn raisin.”
"Raisin" can sound like "raising." "What is an Amish man's favorite dried fruit? A barn raisin!" was posted on Reddit -- Dadjokes on March 9, 2014.…
“Coffee Grindr—dating app for gay baristas”
Grindr is an online dating application for gay, bi, trans, and queer people. "Coffee grindr" is a frequent joke. "Coffee Grindr: a phone app used to invite strangers back to yours…
“If you’re ever being chased by a pack of taxidermists, do not play dead”
"If you’re ever being chased by a pack of taxidermists, do not play dead" is jocular advice that has been printed on several images. "If you are being chased by a pack of…
“I got a bill in the mail that said FINAL NOTICE. What a relief!”
"I got a bill in the mail that said FINAL NOTICE. What a relief!" is a jocular saying that has been printed on many images. That is, the speaker is happy not to be bothered again about…
“Why the heck do underwear and socks come in resealable bags, but potato chips don’t?”
"Why the heck do underwear and socks come in resealable bags, but potato chips don’t?" is a saying that has been printed on several images. "How is socks come in resealable bags…
“The worst part of my apple addiction is not being able to see a doctor about it”
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is an old saying. "Ironically, I've now got to see a doctor about my apple addiction!" was posted on Twitter by Richard White on April 16,…
Big Apple (drinks using applejack, 1938)
After 1937's "Big Apple" dance craze, several "Big Apple" drinks were made -- usually with applejack. Most of these drinks were never popular or have faded into obscurity.…