On this day in 1937 Spam, the luncheon meat, was introduced into the market by the Hormel Foods Corporation. Born on this day in 1889 writer, filmmaker and designer Jean CocteauBorn on this day in 1916 soprano Gabriella GattiBorn on this day in 1924 bass Oskar CzerwenkaBorn on this day in 1934 baritone Tom KrauseBorn on this day in 1940 bass Donald ShanksHappy 72nd birthday bass-baritone and director Angelo GobbatoHappy 63rd birthday soprano Kristine CiesinskiHappy 54th birthday soprano Isabelle Poulenard
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On this day in 1937 Spam, the luncheon meat, was introduced into the market by the Hormel Foods Corporation.
By La Cieca La Cieca
James Jorden (who wrote under the names "La Cieca" and "Our Own JJ") was the founder and editor of parterre box. During his 20 year career as an opera critic he wrote for the New York Times, Opera, Gay City News, Opera Now, Musical America and the New York Post. He also raised his voice in punditry on National Public Radio. From time to time he directed opera, including three unsuccessful productions of Don Giovanni. He also contributed a regular column on opera for the New York Observer. James died in October 2023.
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