FT positioning question

[Hugh Refner]

We've mentioned previously how it's a popular misunderstanding among coaches, players and even some officials that players not on the lane must stand behind the division line during technical fouls, but I'm curious as to what the rule was prior to the establishment of the three-point line? Was the division line the rule then? Maybe some of you older, er, I mean more experienced officials can shed some light on this. Thanks.