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TIL Pres. Woodrow Wilson’s face is on the $100,000 bill and the bill is only used for Reserve Banks and Illegal if in possession of it.

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oB5k7 TIL that the old seal of Zion, Illinois was adjudged illegal by the Supreme Court for containing the phrase "God reigns"
16raO TIL about the Jumping Frenchmen of Maine, who exhibited a rare disorder which entails an exaggerated startle reflex described as an uncontrollable "jump". Studies recorded individuals who would obey any command given suddenly, even if it meant striking a loved one.
lE6a TIL A South Korean subway driver told passengers to remain inside while a fire was spreading in the station. He then fled with the master key leaving the train doors closed and sealing passengers inside. Out of 198 people who died in the station, 79 were trapped in his train.
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