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Blinky the Lizard
- In 1897, a boy named Will found a Texas horned lizard and named it Blinky.
- His father, Ernest Wood, placed Blinky in a time capsule.
Time Capsule
- Ernest Wood believed the lizards could live for centuries, similar to Rip Van Winkle.
- He included Blinky in a time capsule in the courthouse cornerstone.
Old Rip's Revival
- The time capsule was opened in 1928, and the lizard, now called Old Rip, was found alive.
- The story became a national sensation, sparking debates about its authenticity and longevity.