A quick look at Today in History, check out some Celebrity Birthdays, and find out what Days of the Year to celebrate.
TODAY IN HISTORY:
1773 – The first public museum in the United States was established in Charleston, SC.
1835 – Michigan’s acting Governor, Stephens T. Mason, addressed the Territory Legislative Council and said that Michigan had the “right” to become a State.
1854 – Anthony Faas patented the accordion.
1875 – Rix Robinson, first white permanent settler in Kent County, died. He is buried in Ada, MI. After his trader days, he went on to be a U.S. Senator for Michigan.
1896 – At Davidson College, several students took x-ray photographs. They created the first X-ray photographs to be made in the United States.
1904 – Henry Ford drove a Ford 999 Racer 91.37 miles per hour on the frozen surface of Lake St. Clair to set a new land speed record.
1908 – A wireless message was sent long-distance for the first time from the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
1915 – The U.S. House of Representatives rejected a proposal to give women the right to vote.
1915 – The U.S. Congress established the Rocky Mountain National Park.
1932 – Hattie W. Caraway became the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate.
1942 – President Theodore Roosevelt created the National War Labor Board.
1949 – “Kukla, Fran and Ollie”, the Chicago-based children’s television show, made its national debut on NBC.
1959 – Berry Gordy Jr. founded Motown.
1966 – The television show “Batman” debuted on ABC. It ran until March 14, 1968.
1967 – Dr. James Bedford became the first person to be cryonically preserved with intent of future resuscitation.
1967 – The television show “Dragnet” returned to NBC after being off the network schedule for eight years.
1971 – The controversial television sitcom “All in the Family” premiered on CBS.
1986 – Space Shuttle Columbia (STS-61-C) blasted off with a crew that included the first Hispanic-American in space, Dr. Franklin R. Chang-Diaz. Also on board was Congressman Bill Nelson.
1991 – The U.S. Congress passed a resolution authorizing President George Bush to use military power to force Iraq out of Kuwait.
1997 – The animated television show “King of the Hill” debuted on FOX.
1998 – 19 European nations agreed to prohibit human cloning.
1998 – Linda Tripp provided Independent Counsel Kenneth Starr’s office with taped conversations between herself and former White House intern Monica Lewinsky.
1999 – Mark McGwire’s 70th home run ball was sold at auction in New York for $3 million to an anonymous bidder.
1999 – President Bill Clinton paid $850,000 to end a legal action by a former Arkansas employee, Paula Jones, who had accused him of sexual misconduct.
2000 – The U.S. Supreme Court, in a 5-4 ruling, gave police broad authority to stop and question people who run at the sight of an officer.
2001 – National Geographic gets its own TV channel. It’s a joint venture between The Walt Disney Company and the National Geographic Society.
2003 – AOL chairman and founder Steve Case resigned amid falling stock prices and shareholder dissatisfaction.
2004 – The world’s largest ocean liner, RMS Queen Mary 2, made its maiden voyage.
2005 – NASA launched “Deep Impact”. The spacecraft was planned to impact on Comet Tempel 1 after a six-month, 268 million-mile journey.
2006 – The U.S. Mint released new nickels with an image of Thomas Jefferson taken from a 1800 Rembrandt Peale portrait. Jefferson is looking forward…since 1909, when Presidents were first depicted on circulating coins, they all had been shown in profile.
2007 – Comet C/2006 P1 (McNaught) reached perihelion to become the brightest comet in more than 40 years.
2010 – An estimated 316,000 die after a huge earthquake in Haiti near its capital city, Port-au-Prince. The quake destroyed most of the city, and according to The Red Cross about three million people were affected by the catastrophe.
BIRTHDAYS:
Bernardine Dohrn – 84 years old (1942) – Domestic terrorist, political activist and academic
Randy Jones – 76 years old (1950) – Baseball player
Bob McEwen – 76 years old (1950) – Businessman and politician
Drew Pearson – 75 years old (1951) – Football player and sportscaster
Walter Mosley – 74 years old (1952) – Novelist
Phil Perry – 74 years old (1952) – Singer-songwriter and producer
Campy Russell – 74 years old (1952) – Basketball player
Ricky Van Shelton – 74 years old (1952) – Country singer-songwriter and guitarist
Howard Stern – 72 years old (1954) – Radio host, actor, and author
John Lasseter – 69 years old (1957) – Animator, director, and producer
Curt Fraser – 68 years old (1958) – American-Canadian ice hockey player and coach
B. Brian Blair – 67 years old (1959) – Wrestler and politician
Oliver Platt – 66 years old (1960) – Canadian-American actor
Dominique Wilkins – 66 years old (1960) – French-American basketball player
Joe Quesada – 64 years old (1962) – Author and illustrator
Jeff Bezos – 62 years old (1964) – Computer scientist and businessman
Rob Zombie – 61 years old (1965) – Singer-songwriter, producer, actor, and director
Rachael Harris – 58 years old (1968) – Actress and comedian
Margaret Nagle – 57 years old (1969) – Screenwriter and producer
Zack de la Rocha – 56 years old (1970) – Singer-songwriter
Raekwon – 56 years old (1970) – Rapper
Scott Burrell – 55 years old (1971) – Basketball player and coach
Zabryna Guevara – 54 years old (1972) – Actress
Brian Culbertson – 53 years old (1973) – Pianist and producer
Jason Freese – 51 years old (1975) – Saxophonist, songwriter, and producer
Jeremy Camp – 48 years old (1978) – Singer-songwriter and musician
David Zabriskie – 47 years old (1979) – Cyclist
Amerie – 46 years old (1980) – Singer-songwriter, producer, and writer
Bobby Crosby – 46 years old (1980) – Baseball player
Chris Ray – 44 years old (1982) – Baseball player
Dontrelle Willis – 44 years old (1982) – Baseball player
Cynthia Addai-Robinson – 41 years old (1985) – English-American actress
Issa Rae – 41 years old (1985) – Actress, writer, director, producer and web series creator
Raquel Rodriguez – 35 years old (1991) – Wrestler
Alex Wood – 35 years old (1991) – Baseball player
Jamel Artis – 33 years old (1993) – Basketball player
Allisha Gray – 31 years old (1995) – Basketball player
Mike McGlinchey – 31 years old (1995) – Football player
Darius Slayton – 29 years old (1997) – Football player
Xavier Tillman – 27 years old (1999) – Basketball player
Sam LaPorta – 25 years old (2001) – Football player
TODAY IS:
- Kiss a Ginger Day: Get up close and personal with a redhead, show appreciation for the gingers in your life or give your hair some TLC with styling and products.
- National Youth Day: Young hearts, limitless energy, and endless possibilities — youth is a time for growth, exploration, and self-discovery.
- National Hot Tea Day: A sip of warm comfort, a moment of calmness, a way to connect with friends — from spicy chai to floral blends, there's a tea for every mood.
- National Curried Chicken Day: Satisfy your taste buds with tender chicken and fragrant spices cooked to perfection in a comforting, warm bowl of savory goodness.
- National Pharmacist Day: In the world of medication experts, these professionals ensure prescriptions are on point and everyone's health is in good hands.
- National Clean Your Desk Day: Tidying up your workspace can help you feel more focused and productive. Plus, it's a great opportunity to discover forgotten treasures!
- National Fourth Graders Day: Enthusiastic students embarking on an educational journey full of curiosity and growth, a pivotal step in their learning adventure.
- National Marzipan Day: It's like candy clay, sweet and pliable, ready to transform your desserts into edible works of art with its almond magic.
- Plough Monday: Celebrating a rural tradition, lively customs mark a community's spirit during festivities at the beginning of the year.
- Work Harder Day: Diving into tasks with an unwavering determination, embracing challenges and pushing beyond the ordinary for rewarding accomplishments.
- National Gluten Free Day: If you're looking for a healthier and more energetic lifestyle, switching to gluten-free can be a great way to achieve your goals.
- Feast of Fabulous Wild Men Day: Feast of Fabulous Wild Men Day celebrates men who are bold, adventurous, and a bit untamed. It's a playful nod to those who bring energy and excitement into our lives. These individuals might not follow the usual rules, but their charm and daring nature make them stand out. Whether it's...
- National Kettlebell Day: National Kettlebell Day celebrates a simple yet powerful tool: the kettlebell. This cast-iron weight, shaped like a cannonball with a handle, offers a dynamic workout experience. Its design allows for fluid movements that engage multiple muscle groups simultaneously. From swings to presses, kettlebell exercises combine strength and cardio, making workouts both efficient...
- Coming of Age Day: Coming of Age Day offers an excellent reason for young people to celebrate their entrance into adulthood, whether it takes place in Japan or around the world!
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