Dent (clocks and watches) Dent (clocks and watches) Dent was a London manufacturer of luxury clocks and watches, founded by Edward John Dent. Dent began making watches in 1814, although it wasn’t until 1876 that the Dent triangular trade mark was registered. Perhaps the company’s biggest coup is winning the contract to make the clock for the new palace of Westminster – or Big Ben as it’s more commonly known. Edward John Dent (1790-1853) discovered his passion for horology from his cousin, Richard Rippon, himself a master watchmaker. Dent established his own company in 1814, and developed a reputation as a builder of accurate
Lady is a Four Letter Word 1975. Lady is a Four Letter Word Lady is a Four Letter Word is a Canadian current affairs television series which aired on CBC Television in 1975. This Ottawa-produced series on women's issues was hosted by Elizabeth Gray with announcer Bob Carl. Topics such as home and workplace, marriage and singleness were featured. A highlight of the series was that persons deemed sexist were written on an "honour roll" of toilet paper. This half-hour series was initially aired locally from 20 January 1975. It was broadcast on the national network Fridays at 1:00 p.m. (Eastern) from 11 April to 30