A Look Back on September 12th

9/12/2007
On this date in 2007 Doc's Little Gem Diner closed due to a kitchen fire. After repairs, this 1950's Fodero diner reopened a little over two months later.

9/12/1939
On this date in diner history, Nicholas Caracasis of Roslindale, MA received Patent number: D116621 for his diner design. The design and accompanying text may be seen here.


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