Posts from January 27th, 2026
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Don't Let it Go Down the Drain: Happy Thomas Crapper Day!
Today, January 27th, is a day many of us unwittingly celebrate without even knowing it! Why? Because it marks the passing of a man whose name has become synonymous with our most private of places: Thomas Crapper.
Now, before you giggle and think you know the whole story, let's dive into the porcelain-lined history.
The Man, The Myth, The Royal Plumber
When you hear "Thomas Crapper," your mind probably jumps straight to "inventor of the toilet" and the origin of a certain four-letter word. But like a stubborn clog, not all of that holds water!