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Father’s Day History Trivia
Sunday, June 15th, 2008

In 1908–100 years ago–the first Father’s Day was celebrated. In 1924, under Pres. Coolidge, Father’s Day become a national holiday. In 1966, Pres. Johnson designated the 3rd Sunday of June to be Father’s Day. In 1972, which President instituted Father’s Day as a national observance? …search this link at Nightly Business Report to find the answer.

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