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On This Day: April 6, 1981 - Post it Notes Went on Sale in America

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On This Day: April 6, 1981 - Post it Notes Went on Sale in America.

On this day April 6, 1981, Post it Notes officially went on sale across the United States, becoming one of the most unexpected office supply success stories of all time. What started as a failed attempt to create a super strong adhesive at 3M turned into a revolutionary way to leave quick reminders, mark pages, and spark creativity.

The invention came from scientist Spencer Silver, who accidentally developed a low tack adhesive that could stick without leaving residue. His colleague Art Fry...
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