July 19

Scott Winters July 19, 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:

1799 – The Rosetta Stone was found in Egypt. The tablet had hieroglyphic translations into Greek.

1848 – The Women’s Rights Convention took place in Seneca Fall, NY. Bloomers were introduced at the convention.

1939 – Fiberglass sutures were used for the first time by Dr. Roy P. Scholz.

1946 – Marilyn Monroe acted in her first screen test.

1954 – Elvis Presley’s first single was released by Sun Records. It was “That’s Alright (Mama)” backed by Blue Moon of Kentucky.

1969 – Apollo 11 and its astronauts Neil Armstrong, Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, and Michael Collins went into orbit around the moon.

1971 – The topping out ceremony of Two World Trade Center (the South Tower) took place in New York, NY. An earlier ceremony for One World Trade Center took place on December 23, 1970.

1974 – The Senate Judicial Committee recommended that President Richard Nixon be impeached.

1975 – After being linked in orbit for two days, the Apollo and Soyuz spacecrafts separated.

1977 – The world’s first Global Positioning System (GPS) signal was transmitted from Navigation Technology Satellite 2 (NTS-2) and received at Rockwell Collins in Cedar Rapids, IA.

1982 – The U.S. Census Bureau reported that 14% of the population had an income below the official poverty level in 1981.

1983 – The first three-dimensional reconstruction of a human head in a CT was published.

1984 – Geraldine Ferraro was nominated by the Democratic Party to become the first woman from a major political party to run for the office of U.S. Vice-President.

1985 – Those are some big shoes to fill…George Bell won first place in a biggest feet contest. He had a shoe size of 28-1/2. He’s tall as well, standing 7′ 10″ tall.

1985 – Christa McAuliffe, of New Hampshire, was chosen to be the first schoolteacher to ride aboard the Space Shuttle. She died with six others when the Challenger exploded on January 28, 1986.

1989 – United Flight 232 crashed in Sioux City, IA, killing 111, with 185 other passengers surviving the crash.

1990 – Baseball’s all-time hits leader Pete Rose was sentenced in Cincinnati, OH, to five months in prison for tax evasion.

1991 – The movie “Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey” premiered in theaters.

1995 – The movie “Clueless” premiered in theaters.

1995 – The MTV show “Road Rules” premiered, putting six strangers together to live in an RV and travel across the country.

2003 – A 42 year old Austrian man received the world’s first tongue transplant. During a 14 hour surgery, doctors removed a malignant tumor and were able to successfully attach a new tongue.

2005 – Governor Jennifer Granholm signed a law requiring customers to show photo I.D. to purchase some cold and flu medicines. The law was aimed at restricting the sale of pseudoephedrine or ephedrine — the key ingredient for making meth.

2007 – The TV series “Mad Men” debuted on AMC.

2013 – The horror movie “The Conjuring” premiered in theaters.

BIRTHDAYS:

Vikki Carr – 84 years old (1941) – Singer

Alan Gorrie – 79 years old (1946) – Bassist, guitarist, keyboardist, singer (Average White Band)

Bernie Leadon – 78 years old (1947) – Guitarist (The Eagles)

Beverly Archer – 77 years old (1948) – Actress (TV’s “Major Dad”, “Momma’s Family”)

Kevin Haskins – 65 years old (1960) – Drummer (Bauhaus, Love and Rockets)

Campbell Scott – 64 years old (1961) – Actor (“The Amazing Spider-Man”, “The Amazing Spider-Man 2”)

Anthony Edwards – 63 years old (1962) – Actor (Played Dr. Mark Greene on the first eight seasons of TV’s “ER”, movies “Top Gun”, “Revenge of the Nerds”)

Clea Lewis – 60 years old (1965) – Actress (Played Audrey Penney on TV’s “Ellen”)

Jared Padalecki – 43 years old (1982) – Actor (“Supernatural”)

TODAY IS:

National Urban Beekeeping Day: Honeybees are vital in the natural ecosystem, but these pollinators are at risk in many places. Unlike most types of livestock, certain types of honey bees can easily be kept in urban settings. They pollinate city gardens or farms and provide locally sourced honey for residents. National Urban BeeKeeping Day is...
National Football Day: Gathering fans, this spirited sport unites communities, showcasing athleticism, strategy, and exhilarating moments on the field.
International Karaoke Day: Unleashing vocal energy in a communal melody, karaoke fosters an electric atmosphere where voices converge in harmony.
National Daiquiri Day: Embark on a flavorful journey with delightful concoctions that bring a tropical vibe to any gathering and a smile to the lips.
International Snowdon Race: The International Snowdon Race is a thrilling event that draws runners from around the globe to tackle one of the toughest mountain courses in Europe. Held annually in Llanberis, Wales, the race challenges participants with a 15.35-kilometer course that includes a grueling ascent to the summit of Snowdon, the highest...
Woodie Wagon Day: Ride in style and feel the breeze with a classic car that embodies the essence of the beach culture. Perfect for a sunny day.
International Retainer Day: Maintaining a beautiful smile with the help of dental devices to keep teeth aligned, promoting lifelong oral health.
Flight Attendant Safety Professionals’ Day: Flight Attendant Safety Professionals’ Day honors the heroes who keep air travel safe, smooth, and reassuring. These trained experts do more than serve drinks. They’re ready to respond to medical emergencies, handle turbulence, and protect passengers during evacuations. Calm under pressure, they work hard behind the scenes before takeoff and long...
Toss Away the “Could Haves” and “Should Haves” Day: Have you ever caught yourself replaying old decisions, thinking, "I should have done this" or "I could have done that"? Toss Away the “Could Haves” and “Should Haves” Day invites us to let go of these lingering regrets. It's a chance to stop dwelling on missed opportunities and focus on...
National Strawberry Rhubarb Wine Day: Strawberry Rhubarb Wine Day is all about a playful mix of sweet and tart. It celebrates a wine that brings together two bold flavors—strawberries and rhubarb—for a drink that feels like summer in a glass. People love it because it’s fun, full of character, and just different enough to surprise...
National Words With Friends Day: National Words With Friends Day honors the popular mobile game, Words With Friends. This game invites players to create words in a crossword-style format, challenging their vocabulary and strategic thinking. Similar to Scrabble, it has connected millions worldwide through friendly competition and learning. Celebrating this day emphasizes the joy of wordplay...
Stick Out Your Tongue Day: Playfully expressing rebellion or conveying a cheeky jest, this non-verbal gesture adds a dash of spontaneous charm.
Galway International Arts Festival: The Galway International Arts Festival is a vibrant celebration of creativity that takes over the city of Galway each year. This event brings together artists, performers, and visitors from around the globe for two weeks of music, theatre, dance, visual arts, and more. The festival transforms Galway into a hub of...
National Moth Week: Sign up for an event or citizen project during Moth Week to get involved, take and post photos, and get a good look at the interesting varieties of moths out there.