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:
1871 – Henry W. Bradley patented oleo margarine.
1888 – The drinking straw was patented by Marvin C. Stone.
1924 – English explorer Howard Carter discovered the sarcophagus of Tutankhamen in the Valley of the Kings, near Luxor, Egypt.
1938 – The March of Dimes was established by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The organization fights poliomyelitis. The original name of the organization was the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis.
1947 – Congressional proceedings were televised for the first time. Viewers in Washington, Philadelphia and New York City saw some of the opening ceremonies of the 80th Congress.
1947 – In Trenton, NJ, Al Herrin, passed away at age 92. He had claimed that he had not slept at all during his life.
1951 – The television show “Dragnet” debuted on NBC.
1955 – Roger Bannister (who ran the first under four minute mile) was named the first Sportsman of the Year by “Sports Illustrated” magazine.
1956 – Fire damaged the top part of the Eiffel Tower.
1957 – The Hamilton Watch Company introduced the first electric watch.
1959 – Alaska became the 49th state.
1961 – The U.S. severed diplomatic relations with Cuba.
1967 – Carl Wilson (Beach Boys) refused to be sworn in after receiving a U.S. Army draft notice. He said he was a conscientious objector.
1967 – Jack Ruby, the bar owner who murdered accused John F. Kennedy assassin Lee Harvey Oswald on national television in 1963, died in a Dallas, TX hospital.
1973 – The Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) sold the New York Yankees to a 12-man syndicate headed by George Steinbrenner for $10 million.
1977 – Apple Computer was incorporated.
1983 – The game “Plinko” was played for the first time onthe TV game show “The Price Is Right”.
1987 – Aretha Franklin was the first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
1989 – “The Arsenio Hall Show” debuted on late night TV.
1991 – The TV show “Blossom” debuted on NBC.
1995 – The U.S. Postal Service raised the price of the first-class stamp to 32 cents.
1996 – The first flip phone, the Motorola StarTAC, went on sale.
1997 – Bryant Gumbel signed off for the last time as host of NBC’s “Today” show.
1999 – The Mars Polar Lander was launched.
2000 – Charles M. Schulz’s final original daily comic strip, “Peanuts”, appeared in newspapers.
2004 – NASA’s Spirit rover landed on Mars. The craft was able to send back black and white images three hours after landing. The images showed a flat, but rocky surface.
2004 – Casey Kasem retired from hosting the radio program “American Top 40”. He had hosted the show since it was created in 1970. Ryan Seacrest became the new host.
2005 – Craig Ferguson replaced Craig Kilborn on CBS TV’s “The Late Late Show”.
2019 – Chang’e 4 made the first soft landing on the far side of the Moon and deployed the Yutu-2 lunar rover.
BIRTHDAYS:
W. Michael Blumenthal – 100 years old (1926) – Economist and politician, 64th United States Secretary of the Treasury
Carla Anderson Hills – 92 years old (1934) – Lawyer and politician, 5th United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
Van Dyke Parks – 83 years old (1943) – Singer-songwriter, musician, composer, author, and actor
Stephen Stills – 81 years old (1945) – Singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer
Victoria Principal – 76 years old (1950) – Actress and businesswoman
Linda Steiner – 76 years old (1950) – Journalist and academic
Jim Ross – 74 years old (1952) – Professional wrestling commentator
Mel Gibson – 70 years old (1956) – American-Australian actor, director, producer, and screenwriter
Cheryl Miller – 62 years old (1964) – Basketball player and coach
James Carter – 57 years old (1969) – Musician
Dan Harmon – 53 years old (1973) – Television writer, producer, animator, and actor
Jason Marsden – 51 years old (1975) – Actor
Danica McKellar – 51 years old (1975) – Actress and mathematician
Nicholas Gonzalez – 50 years old (1976) – Actor and producer
A. J. Burnett – 49 years old (1977) – Baseball player
Kimberley Locke – 48 years old (1978) – Singer, songwriter, and television personality
Mike York – 48 years old (1978) – Ice hockey player
Kate Levering – 47 years old (1979) – Actress, singer, and dancer
Bryan Clay – 46 years old (1980) – Decathlete
Telly Leung – 46 years old (1980) – Actor, director, singer and songwriter
Angela Ruggiero – 46 years old (1980) – Ice hockey player
David Tyree – 46 years old (1980) – Football player
Kurt Vile – 46 years old (1980) – Singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer
Mary Wineberg – 46 years old (1980) – Sprinter
Eli Manning – 45 years old (1981) – Football player
Nicole Beharie – 41 years old (1985) – Actress
Evan Moore – 41 years old (1985) – Football player
Noelle Quinn – 41 years old (1985) – Basketball player and coach
Lloyd – 40 years old (1986) – Singer-songwriter
Cedric Simmons – 40 years old (1986) – American-Bulgarian basketball player
The Completionist – 38 years old (1988) – YouTuber
Eric Sim – 37 years old (1989) – Baseball player and YouTuber
Doug McDermott – 34 years old (1992) – Basketball player
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson – 31 years old (1995) – American-Jordanian basketball player
Emiru – 28 years old (1998) – Online streamer
Kyle Rittenhouse – 23 years old (2003) – Conservative personality
TODAY IS:
- National Fruitcake Toss Day: Tossing fruitcake has become a holiday tradition for those who despise its dense texture and artificial flavors.
- Festival of Sleep Day: Resting your eyes, snuggling up in your favorite blanket, and letting your mind wander into the peaceful abyss is pure magic.
- JRR Tolkien Day: Crafting intricate fantasy realms and epic adventures, this renowned author redefined storytelling, and captivated readers young and old.
- International Mind-Body Wellness Day: Get the year started off right by participating in various forms of learning and practicing to keep that mind and body healthy and well.
- National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day: Satisfy your sweet tooth with some gooey, fruity confectionery or make the classic recipe even more of a treat by adding extras such as marzipan.
- Women Rock! Day: From classical to pop, women in the music industry are breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations.
- National Time Management Month: National Time Management Month is a vibrant time to reassess how we manage our schedules. This month-long event highlights the value of organizing our tasks effectively. By improving our time management, we can boost productivity and reduce stress. Everyone, from students to professionals, can benefit from honing these skills. The main...
- National Drinking Straw Day: Sipping a cold drink has never been more enjoyable thanks to these colorful tubes of fun that make every sip a delight!
- Humiliation Day: Being open to learn from others, recognizing your strengths and weaknesses, and embracing mistakes are great ways to grow and improve oneself.
- Memento Mori “Remember You Die” Day: Have you noticed how quickly everything shifts? One moment feels full, the next is gone. Memento Mori, “Remember You Die” Day presses on that truth. It doesn't soften the blow. It says it plainly—your life will end. That fact can freeze you or move you. This day is for the...
- National Write to Congress Day: National Write to Congress Day invites everyone to speak up. It's a moment for people to reach out to their elected officials and share what's on their minds. Whether it's concerns about local issues or thoughts on national policies, this day encourages open communication between citizens and their representatives. It's...
- Zagreb Advent: Zagreb Advent is a magical celebration that transforms Croatia's capital into a winter wonderland. The streets light up with festive decorations, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Wooden stalls filled with handmade crafts and delicious treats line the squares, and the air is filled with the scent of mulled wine and...
- Christmas Bird Count Week: Christmas Bird Count Week is exciting for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers. During this week, thousands of volunteers across multiple countries joined forces to count and document bird species. This event is fun and crucial for gathering important data about bird populations. The observations help scientists track bird numbers and...
- Diet Resolution Week: Exploring vibrant, nutrient-rich choices to fuel vitality and well-being, embracing a refreshed approach to nourishment.
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