1932 » Celebrate and Learn

Hattie Caraway Became the First Woman to be Elected a United States Senator in 1932

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Jan 122024

Senate Portrait of Hattie Caraway

Hattie Caraway became the first woman to be elected a United States Senator in 1932. She represented the state of Arkansas. Her husband was one of the state’s senators when he died. As was custom then, she completed his term. She surprised the powers to be when she decided to run for the office and won! She served in the Senate until 1945. Children could calculate the number of male and female senators by visiting: Women Senators. They could find out if the number of female senators has risen in recent years.

First Fruit Tree Patent Was Granted in 1932

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Feb 162024

Peaches but not the Markham patent

First fruit tree patent was granted in 1932 to James Markham of Stark Brothers Nurseries and Orchards in Mississippi. The patent concerned a peach that ripened later than other varieties.

Neutron Was Discovered by James Chadwick in 1932

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Feb 272024

Neutron was discovered by James Chadwick in 1932. Prior to his discovery, scientists had known about protons and electrons, and they knew something else was there. However, Chadwick discovered the actual existence of the neutron having no charge. He was awarded the 1935 Nobel Prize in Physics.

Vitamin C Was Discovered by C. G. King in 1932

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Apr 042024

Fruits Loaded with Vitamin C

Vitamin C was discovered by C. G. King in 1932. Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, builds strong bones and teeth. It speeds up the healing process of wounds. Idea: Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits, tomatoes, potatoes, strawberries, cantaloupe, and cabbage. Children could make a fruit salad of strawberries, melon, and oranges. Discuss the benefits of vitamin C as children enjoy the treat. Older children can learn more at: Vitamin C.

Yellow Fever Vaccine Announced in 1932

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Apr 282024

Yellow fever vaccine was reported in 1932. Max Theiler, an employee of the Rockefeller Foundation, labored to find the vaccine that gave ten years of immunity to the disease.

Amelia Earhart Started her Solo Flight across the Atlantic in 1932

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May 202024

Amelia Earhart

Amelia Earhart started her solo flight across the Atlantic in 1932. She was the first woman to fly alone over the Atlantic. She departed from Harbor Grace, Newfoundland. Thirteen and a half hours later she landed in Londonderry, Ireland. Children could learn more at: Amelia Earhart.

Saint Lawrence Seaway – 1932

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Jul 182024

United States and Canada in 1932 agreed on a treaty to complete the St. Lawrence Seaway. However, bills for various plans from both countries failed, and World War II intervened. The Seaway finally opened on April 25, 1959. Children can learn more at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=523nDGCLKUE.

Positron Was Discovered by Carl D. Henderson in 1932

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Aug 022024

Positron was discovered by Carl D. Henderson in 1932. The positron is the anti-particle to the electron.

Saudi Arabia Celebrates the 1932 Unification of the Kingdom Day

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Sep 232024

Flag of Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia celebrates the 1932 Unification of the Kingdom Day. The country is about one-fifth the size of the United States, and most of the country is covered by desert. Almost 27 million people live in Saudi Arabia, and Riyadh is the capital. Mecca and Medina, Islam’s holiest of shrines, are in Saudi Arabia. Older children could learn more at: Saudi Arabia.