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:
1848 – James W. Marshall discovered a gold nugget at Sutter’s Mill in northern California. The discovery led to the gold rush of ’49. Roughly 750,000 pounds of gold was unearthed.
1899 – Humphrey O’Sullivan patented the rubber heel.
1908 – In England, the first Boy Scout troop was organized by Robert Baden-Powell.
1922 – Eskimo Pie, the chocolate-covered ice cream treat, was patented by Christian K. Nelson of Onawa, IA. It was originally called the “I-Scream Bar”.
1935 – Krueger Brewing Company placed the first canned beer on sale in Richmond, VA. Krueger Cream Ale was the first beer sold in cans.
1955 – The rules committee of Major League Baseball announced a plan to strictly enforce the rule that required a pitcher to release the ball within 20 seconds after taking his position on the mound.
1964 – CBS TV acquired the rights to televise the National Football League’s 1964-1965 regular season. The move cost CBS $14.1 million a year. The NFL stayed on CBS for 30 years.
1982 – Super Bowl XVI was held at the Pontiac Silverdome in Pontiac, MI.
1984 – The first apple Macintosh went on sale. The computer had a 7.8336 microprocessor, 128 KB of RAM, and a 9″ display.
1985 – Penny Harrington became the first woman police chief of a major city. She assumed the duties as head of the Portland, Oregon, force of 940 officers and staff.
1986 – The Voyager 2 space probe flew past Uranus. The probe came within 50,679 miles of the seventh planet of the solar system.
1989 – Confessed serial killer Ted Bundy was put to death in Florida’s electric chair for the 1978 kidnap-murder of 12-year-old Kimberly Leach.
1995 – The prosecution gave its opening statement at the O.J. Simpson murder trial.
1999 – The president of the International Olympic Committee expelled six members for taking improper benefits in the Salt Lake City bidding scandal.
2000 – The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a Missouri law that limited the contributions that individuals could donate to a candidate during a single election.
2002 – Congress began hearings on the collapse of Enron. Lawyers investigating the company’s demise reported that Enron’s auditor, Arthur Andersen, shredded important documents in anticipation of a lawsuit.
2003 – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security began operations under Tom Ridge.
2005 – The iTunes Music Store reached 250 million songs sold.
2006 – Disney purchased Pixar for $7.4 billion.
2018 – Former doctor Larry Nassar was sentenced up to 175 years in prison after being found guilty of using his position to sexually abuse female gymnasts.
BIRTHDAYS:
Doug Kershaw – 90 years old (1936) – Fiddle player and singer
Ray Stevens – 87 years old (1939) – Singer-songwriter and actor
Neil Diamond – 85 years old (1941) – Singer-songwriter and guitarist
Aaron Neville – 85 years old (1941) – Singer
David Gerrold – 82 years old (1944) – Science fiction screenwriter and author
John Garamendi – 81 years old (1945) – Football player and politician, 1st United States Deputy Secretary of the Interior
Michio Kaku – 79 years old (1947) – Physicist and academic
Bart Gordon – 77 years old (1949) – Lawyer
Yakov Smirnoff – 75 years old (1951) – Ukrainian-American comedian and actor
Jim Montgomery – 71 years old (1955) – Swimmer
Alan Sokal – 71 years old (1955) – Physicist and author
Lynda Weinman – 71 years old (1955) – Businesswoman and author
Nastassja Kinski – 65 years old (1961) – German-American actress and producer
Carlos Saldanha – 61 years old (1965) – Brazilian-American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter
Phil LaMarr – 59 years old (1967) – Actor and comedian
Antony Garrett Lisi – 58 years old (1968) – Theoretical physicist
Mary Lou Retton – 58 years old (1968) – Gymnast
Matthew Lillard – 56 years old (1970) – Actor
Beth Hart – 54 years old (1972) – Singer-songwriter and musician
Ed Helms – 52 years old (1974) – Actor, producer, and screenwriter
Kristen Schaal – 48 years old (1978) – Actress, voice artist, comedian and writer
Tatyana Ali – 47 years old (1979) – Actress and singer
Nik Wallenda – 47 years old (1979) – Acrobat
Carrie Coon – 45 years old (1981) – Actress
Daveed Diggs – 44 years old (1982) – Actor, rapper and singer
Scott Speed – 43 years old (1983) – Race car driver
Justin Baldoni – 42 years old (1984) – Actor, director, and producer
Scott Kazmir – 42 years old (1984) – Baseball player
Trey Gilder – 41 years old (1985) – Basketball player
Mischa Barton – 40 years old (1986) – English-American actress
Tyler Flowers – 40 years old (1986) – Baseball player
Sean McVay – 40 years old (1986) – Football coach
Ricky Ullman – 40 years old (1986) – Israeli-American actor
Brian Cushing – 39 years old (1987) – Football player
Kia Vaughn – 39 years old (1987) – American-Czech basketball player
DaJuan Summers – 38 years old (1988) – Basketball player
Whit Merrifield – 37 years old (1989) – Baseball player
Tristan Wirfs – 27 years old (1999) – Football player
TODAY IS:
- National Peanut Butter Day: Spread this creamy, nutty treat far and wide, experiment with mouthwatering recipes or tuck into a classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
- Global Belly Laugh Day: Discovering the magic that a good chuckle brings, not just to the mood but also to overall well-being, reminding everyone of life's joyful side.
- International Day of Education: Imagine a world where every door to knowledge swings wide open, welcoming dreamers, thinkers, and learners of all ages. That's what the International Day of Education is all about! This global event emphasizes the power of education to transform lives, build bridges between cultures, and spark innovation and change. It's...
- National Lobster Thermidor Day : That exquisite, creamy creation — a culinary masterpiece, crowned with a golden crust, bringing the ocean's delight to the table.
- National Beer Can Appreciation Day: Raise a toast to the unsung hero of your backyard BBQs, the trusty vessel that keeps your brew ice-cold and endlessly refreshing.
- National Compliment Day: Make the world a place of noticing and naming things like hard work, positive influence, helpfulness and more. On National Compliment Day – and every day – it’s time to be attentive to others by reminding them of how much they are appreciated! History of National Compliment Day National Compliment Day got...
- Macintosh Computer Day: Sleek design; intuitive interface; unparalleled user experience — offering a seamless and powerful platform for all your digital needs.
- Visit Your Local Quilt Shop Day: Let your creativity soar as you stitch together colorful fabric masterpieces, crafting cozy treasures that warm both the heart and the home!
- International Mobile Phone Recycling Day: International Mobile Phone Recycling Day encourages people to recycle their old phones instead of letting them gather dust. Each discarded device contains valuable materials like gold, silver, and copper. Recycling prevents these resources from going to waste and reduces the need for harmful mining practices. It also keeps toxic substances out...
- National Just Do It Day: Accomplishing goals can help increase productivity and reduce stress — crossing off a long to-do list is an amazing feeling.
- Paul Pitcher Day: Toasting to a profound transformation, commemorating the shift with a foamy beverage, and embracing the essence of renewal.
- National Talk Like A Grizzled Prospector Day: Time to channel your inner gold-diggin' cowboy or cowgirl. Rustle up some fun and start talkin' like a true wild west legend!
- Change a Pet’s Life Day: Change a Pet’s Life Day brings attention to animals waiting in shelters, highlighting the need for loving homes. Many dogs, cats, and other animals spend their days in shelters, hoping for a second chance. This day reminds us that even small actions can make a big difference. Whether it's adopting...
- Surva Mummers Festival: Surva Mummers Festival is a lively and colorful event held in the small town of Pernik, Bulgaria. This annual celebration is known for its dramatic parades featuring people dressed in elaborate, often intimidating, costumes. Participants, known as mummers, wear masks depicting various mythical creatures and wear costumes adorned with bells...
- World Kiwanis Week: A global organization of volunteers who work to make their communities a better place, Kiwanis International is dedicated to improving the lives of children all around the world. With the vision of being a positive influence in neighborhoods recognizing that kids need adults who care, the Kiwanis hope is that...
- Hunt for Happiness Week: While many people believe that happiness is a fleeting thing, Hunt for Happiness Week acts as a reminder that while happiness can take place under almost any circumstances, it might take a little bit of effort to get there! How to Celebrate Hunt for Happiness Week Take a look at some interesting...
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