Black Friday - Big Friday
Time: 1961
Place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Details: In 1961, the city and merchants of Philadelphia attempted to improve conditions, and a public relations expert recommended rebranding the days, "Big Friday" and "Big Saturday"; but these terms were quickly forgotten.
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