So his assistants took matters into their own hands, cornering a 235-pound black bear and tying it to a willow tree ... “Teddy’s Bear” was an instant success. ﷟ The Michtoms, inspired ...

Photo: Wikipedia Boxed and wrapped in paper and bows, teddy bears have been placed lovingly underneath Christmas trees for generations, to the delight of tots and toddlers around the world.

Michtom's wife, Rose, who made stuffed animal toys, actually created the first teddy bears. Michtom was inspired to call the ... that had been tied to a willow tree. He thought it was "extremely ...