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Famous Birth Today in History
Abel Hoadley
Date of Birth
10 Sep, 1844
Date of Death
12 May, 1918
Age at time of Death
73 years
Cause of Death
Cancer
Nationality
Australian
Gender
Male
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Did You Know?
Abel's wife, Susannah, wasn't just his spouse, but also a business partner. She is credited with inspiring the name for the Violet Crumble chocolate bar, her favorite flower being the violet.
Hoadley's confectionery empire began with humble beginnings. He started by making jams and preserves from fruits grown in his own orchard!
Hoadley wasn't just about delicious treats, he was also an innovator. He is credited with developing a method to keep the Violet Crumble crisp and extend its shelf life, a key factor in its success.
The iconic purple metallic wrapper for the Violet Crumble has remained largely unchanged since its introduction in 1910. This speaks to the enduring popularity of the chocolate bar and the effectiveness of the original design.
While Hoadley's chocolates are famous, his business wasn't solely focused on sweets. He initially started with jams, jellies, and preserved fruits, showcasing his diverse product range.
Famous Death Today in History
J.F. Archibald
Date of Birth
14 Jan, 1856
Date of Death
10 Sep, 1919
Age at time of Death
63 years
Cause of Death
Heart failure
Nationality
Australian
Gender
Male
J.F. Archibald's Quotes
Did You Know?
Archibald spent time in jail for failing to pay damages after losing a libel case related to The Bulletin, but later returned from England to make the magazine a success.
He co-founded The Bulletin, an influential Australian literary magazine, in 1880, which published works by famous writers like Henry Lawson and Banjo Paterson.
He established the famous Archibald Prize for portraiture in his will, which has become one of Australia's most prestigious and controversial art awards since 1921.
J.F. Archibald was born as John Feltham Archibald in 1856, but later changed his name to Jules François Archibald, likely to sound more sophisticated.
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