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unusual facts about Wayne H. Babbitt


Wayne H. Babbitt

He was also a delegate to the 1964 Republican National Convention in San Francisco, which nominated Barry Goldwater for the presidency.


Frederick H. Babbitt

In 1920 Babbitt was an unsuccessful candidate for Governor, losing the Republican nomination to James Hartness.

George T. Babbitt, Jr.

As a teenager in the late 1950s, Babbitt became the original drummer for The Ventures rock group.

Product sample

19th Century soap manufacturer Benjamin T. Babbitt was one of the first known people, though not the first ever, to offer free samples of his products.

The Ventures

Needing a permanent drummer for the group after George T. Babbitt, Jr. dropped out because he was not old enough to play night clubs and bars, they hired Howie Johnson and, in the midst of a fast-paced touring schedule, recorded an album to capitalize on the success of the single.


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