August 1

Scott Winters August 1, 2025 0 Comments

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:

1774 – Oxygen was isolated from air by a chemist named Carl Wilhelm and scientist Joseph Priestly.

1790 – The first U.S. census was completed. The United States had a total population of 3,929,214 recorded. The areas included in the census were the present states of Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont and Virginia

1817 – The weekly Detroit Gazette, Michigan’s first successful newspaper, began a 13 year run

1863 – Detroit, MI launched horse-drawn streetcars. It was the first public transportation for the city.

1873 – Andrew S. Hallidie successfully tested a cable car. The design was done for the city of San Francisco, CA.

1876 – Colorado became the 38th state to join the United States.

1893 – Henry Perky and William Ford were awarded the patent for shredded wheat.

1907 – The U.S. Army established an aeronautical division. It later became known as the U.S. Air Force.

1911 – Harriet Quimby of Kinderhook Township, MI, became the first licensed female pilot in the United States.

1914 – Germany declared war on Russia at the beginning of World War I.

1941 – The first Jeep was produced. The little truck, made by the Willys Company, proved so valuable in World War II that General Dwight Eisenhower said the U.S. could not have achieved victory without it.

1956 – The Social Security Act was amended to provide benefits to disabled workers aged 50-64 and disabled adult children.

1957 – The North American Air Defense Command (NORAD) was created by the United States and Canada.

1960 – The world started “Twistin'” when Chubby Checker released his song “The Twist”.

1962 – Spider-Man was introduced in Marvel Comics issue #15.

1971 – TV’s “The Sonny and Cher Comedy Hour” debuted on CBS.

1973 – The movie “American Graffiti” opened. It was directed by George Lucas.

1978 – Pete Rose, of the Cincinnati Reds, ended his streak of hitting in 44 consecutive games.

1980 – The movie channel Cinemax launched on cable systems.

1981 – MTV made its debut at 12:01 am. The very first video to be shown was “Video Killed the Radio Star” by the Buggles. See video of the beginning of MTV.

1987 – Mike Tyson beat Tony Tucker to become the undisputed world heavyweight champion.

1988 – Martin Scorsese’s film “The Last Temptation of Christ” opened in theaters.

1993 – The Great Mississippi and Missouri Rivers Flood of 1993 came to a peak.

1993 – Reggie Jackson was admitted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY.

1994 – Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley announced that they had married 11 weeks earlier.

1995 – Westinghouse Electric Corporation purchased CBS for $5.4 billion.

1996 – MTV launched another channel known as MTV2.

1997 – The movie about a dog who played basketball, “Air Bud”, premiered in theaters.

1998 – Sandra Crouch was ordained as pastor of her church. This was in spite of the ban on woman ministers by the Church of God in Christ.

2007 – The I-35-W bridge that stretched over the Mississippi River in Minneapolis collapsed during rush hour. 13 people were killed in the tragedy. This situation triggered a nationwide awareness of maintenance and age problems with America’s roadway infrastructure.

2023 – Former President Donald Trump was indicted for his role in the January 6 United States Capitol attack, his third indictment in 2023.

BIRTHDAYS:

Robert Cray – 72 a old (1953) – Blues singer

Michael Penn – 67 a old (1958) – Singer (“No Myth”)

Joe Elliot – 66 a old (1959) – Lead singer (Def Leppard)

Adam Duritz – 61 a old (1964) – Singer (Counting Crows)

Tempestt Bledsoe – 52 a old (1973) – Actress (Played Vanessa on TV’s “The Cosby Show”)

Ashley Angel – 44 a old (1981) – Singer, actor (O-Town)

Taylor Fry – 44 a old (1981) – Actress (“Die Hard”, “North”, “A Little Princess”)

Elijah Kelley – 39 a old (1986) – Actor (“28 Days”, “Take the Lead”, “Hairspray”, “Red Tails”, “Lee Daniels’ The Butler”)

TODAY IS:

National Disc Golf Day: Gather friends and family for a fun and competitive game of disc golf, or meet new people and make new friends by joining an amateur team or league.
National Spider-Man Day: Swinging between skyscrapers, stopping villains, and saving lives, this web-slinging hero never fails to amaze!
World Wide Web Day: Connecting us all, this virtual space where we share, learn, and create has revolutionized our world. The possibilities are endless!
National Girlfriends Day:
Colorado Day: Nestled in the heart of the Rockies, this state offers outdoor adventures galore, from mountain hikes to scenic drives.
International Blues Music Day: Soulful melodies echoing stories of resilience, pain, and joy, transcending generations with raw emotion and powerful rhythm.
National Raspberry Cream Pie Day: Heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, and of course raspberries combine to make the perfect Raspberry Cream Pie filling, sure to impress your friends and family.
National Mustard Day: Looking for a flavor that adds a zing to your meal? Sometimes spicy, sometimes tangy, this condiment might just be what you're looking for!
National Pinball Day: Get lost in the kinetic dance of lights and steel, navigating obstacles, chasing scores—a pinball symphony of thrill.
World Lung Cancer Day: Help raise awareness and support research into lung cancer, so we can prevent, treat, and eventually cure one of the most common and deadly cancers.
Pachamama Day:
National Woman Astronomers Day: Unveiling cosmic mysteries, fearless minds navigate celestial realms, revealing the profound contributions of women in astronomy.
National Spritz Day: Savoring a bubbly, refreshing concoction with a zestful twist, elevating your beverage experience to pure effervescence.
World Scout Scarf Day: Dig out your old Girl or Boy Scout scarf and show your pride for this generations-old tradition that has taught so many kids important survival skills and more.
Play Ball Day:
Yorkshire Day: If you’re from the county or city of Yorkshire, join in on the events that commemorate all the local traditions, from food to military practices and more.
Albariño Day:
International Childfree Day: Flip the script on “parent of the year” by nominating or voting for a male and female “non-parent” of the year, sponsored by the National Organization for Non-Parents.
Start-Up Day Across America:
Homemade Pie Day:
National Mountain Climbing Day: Scaling heights, conquering challenges, the crisp air, and breathtaking vistas—a symphony of nature's grandeur unfolds in ascent.
National Planner Day: Get your planner organized and up-to-date, or start keeping a planner in order better track your commitments and goals, and juggle your busy life.
Respect For Parents Day: Let your parents know how much you respect and appreciate them, and take some time to show your own kids how to treat others with respect by example.
Sandcastle Day: Head to a lake, river, sea or even sandbox near you and let your inner child out by building the greatest sandcastle of all time, turrets and all.
National Sunflower Day: Vibrant blooms, facing the sun, symbolizing joy, optimism, and resilience, painting landscapes with their golden hues.
National Jamaican Patty Day:
National Minority Donor Awareness Day:
National Yorkie Day:
Food Day Canada:
International Can-It Forward Day:
Rounds Resounding Day: Join forces with friends or family and engage in one of the oldest forms of cooperative singing: the round. Sing “Row Row Row Your Boat”, or find a new song.
Swiss National Day:
National VFR Day:
National Summit Day:
Lughnasa:
National Promise to Care Day:
International Mahjong Day:
Crayfish Party:
World Breastfeeding Week: Nurturing a bond like no other, this natural act of love fosters the health and well-being of both mother and child.
National Fishing Month: Relaxing, meditative, and practical, fishing is an ideal hobby for many. Get out on the water with some bait and a fishing line, and catch yourself dinner.
National Eisteddfod of Wales:
Pol’and’Rock Festival:
Love Parks Week : Enjoy fresh air, beautiful scenery, and leisure activities that rejuvenate the mind and body in nature's embrace.
International Clown Week: Exploring playful characters, spreading joy with colorful costumes, and delighting audiences with whimsical performances and antics.
Big Butterfly Count: Monitoring environmental vitality by tallying butterflies, a simple yet profound method revealing the delicate balance within ecosystems.