Discover what happened on March 10 in history, along with notable celebrity birthdays and fun Days of the Year to celebrate.
What Happened on March 10 in History?
Important events on this day include Alexander Graham Bell making the first successful telephone call, astronomers discovering the rings of Uranus, the premiere of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and the World Health Organization declaring COVID-19 a global pandemic.
MARCH 10 – TODAY IN HISTORY:
1876 – Alexander Graham Bell made the first successful call with the telephone. He spoke the words “Mr. Watson, come here, I want to see you.”
1880 – The Salvation Army arrived in the U.S. from England.
1893 – New Mexico State University canceled its first graduation ceremony because the only graduate was robbed and killed the night before.
1894 – New York Gov. Roswell P. Flower signed the nation’s first dog-licensing law.
1903 – Harry C. Gammeter patented the multigraph duplicating machine.
1913 – William Knox rolled the first perfect 300 game in bowling tournament competition.
1924 – The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a New York state law forbidding late-night work for women.
1933 – Nevada became the first U.S. state to regulate drugs.
1941 – The Brooklyn Dodgers announced that their players would begin wearing batting helmets during the 1941 season.
1969 – James Earl Ray pleaded guilty in Memphis, TN, to the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. He was sentenced to 99 years in prison. Ray later repudiated the guilty plea and maintained his innocence until his death in April of 1998.
1971 – The Senate approved a constitutional amendment to lower the voting age to 18.
1977 – Astronomers discovered the rings of Uranus.
1980 – Willard Scott debuted as the new weatherman on NBC’s “Today” show.
1981 – The U.S. Postal Service announced an increase in first class postage from 15 to 18 cents.
1986 – The Wrigley Company, of Chicago, IL, raised the price of its seven-stick pack of Wrigley’s chewing gum from 25 cents to 30 cents.
1987 – The Vatican condemned surrogate parenting as well as test-tube and artificial insemination.
1991 – The Vincent van Gogh painting, “Still Life with Flowers”, was sold for $1.43-million in Chicago, IL. For 36 years it hung in the living room of a suburban Milwaukee, WI couple who thought it was a copy.
1993 – A snowstorm hit lower Michigan, dumping 6-8″ of new snow. Grand Rapids had a record daily snowfall of 6.2″ and Muskegon set a record with 6.4″.
1993 – Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
1994 – White House officials began testifying before a federal grand jury about the Whitewater controversy.
1995 – The movie “Outbreak”, starring Dustin Hoffman, Rene Russo and Morgan Freeman, premiered in theaters.
1997 – The television series “Buffy The Vampire Slayer” , starring Sarah Michelle Gellar, premiered on The WB network.
1998 – U.S. troops in the Persian Gulf began receiving the first vaccinations against anthrax.
2000 – The movie “Mission to Mars” premiered in theaters.
2000 – 55 Oscar statuettes en route to winners at the Academy Awards were stolen from a Roadway Express loading dock.
2004 – Lee Malvo was sentenced to life without parole for his role in the 2002 Washington, D.C. sniper case.
2006 – The Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter arrived on Mars.
2008 – The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame held its 23rd annual induction ceremony, in New York, NY. The Class of 2008 consisted of The Dave Clark Five, The Ventures, Madonna, John Mellencamp and Leonard Cohen. Philly soul moguls Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff received the newly named Ahmet Ertegun Award.
2017 – “Popular Science” picks Michigan as the place to be in 2100 AD. They predict climate change will make other parts of the country “uninhabitable”.
2019 – Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crashed. That lead to all 737 MAX aircraft being grounded worldwide
2020 – Michigan confirmed its first two COVID-19 cases. Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency in response to the first cases. An Oakland County woman and a Wayne County man tested positive.
2020 – The World Health Organization officially announced the COVID-19 outbreak as a pandemic.
CELEBRITY BIRTHDAYS ON MARCH 10:
Norman Blake – 88 years old (1938) – Singer-songwriter and guitarist
Ron Mix – 88 years old (1938) – Football player
Chuck Norris – 86 years old (1940) – Actor, producer, and martial artist
David Rabe – 86 years old (1940) – Playwright and screenwriter
Richard Gant – 82 years old (1944) – Actor
Katharine Houghton – 81 years old (1945) – Actress and playwright
Tom Scholz – 79 years old (1947) – Musician and songwriter
Austin Carr – 78 years old (1948) – Basketball player
Aloma Wright – 76 years old (1950) – Actress
Larry Myricks – 70 years old (1956) – Long jumper and sprinter
Sharon Stone – 68 years old (1958) – Actress and producer
Mitch Gaylord – 65 years old (1961) – Gymnast and actor
Jasmine Guy – 64 years old (1962) – Actress, singer, and director
Jeff Ament – 63 years old (1963) – Bass player and songwriter
Rick Rubin – 63 years old (1963) – Record producer
Rod Woodson – 61 years old (1965) – Football player, coach, and sportscaster
Edie Brickell – 60 years old (1966) – Singer-songwriter
Mike Timlin – 60 years old (1966) – Baseball player
Paget Brewster – 57 years old (1969) – Actress
Jon Hamm – 55 years old (1971) – Actor and director
Matt Kenseth – 54 years old (1972) – NASCAR driver
Timbaland – 54 years old (1972) – Rapper and producer
Shannon Miller – 49 years old (1977) – Gymnast
Robin Thicke – 49 years old (1977) – Singer, songwriter, and record producer
Bree Turner – 49 years old (1977) – Actress
Benjamin Burnley – 48 years old (1978) – Musician
Edi Gathegi – 47 years old (1979) – Kenyan-American actor
Danny Pudi – 47 years old (1979) – Actor
Kwame Brown – 44 years old (1982) – Basketball player
Dr Disrespect – 44 years old (1982) – Live streamer
Logan Mankins – 44 years old (1982) – Football player
Thomas Middleditch – 44 years old (1982) – Canadian-American comedian and actor
Janet Mock – 43 years old (1983) – Journalist, author, and activist
Carrie Underwood – 43 years old (1983) – Singer-songwriter
Olivia Wilde – 42 years old (1984) – Actress and director
Martellus Bennett – 39 years old (1987) – Football player
Ego Nwodim – 38 years old (1988) – Actress
Quincy Pondexter – 38 years old (1988) – Basketball player and coach
Emily Osment – 34 years old (1992) – Actress and singer-songwriter
Zach LaVine – 31 years old (1995) – Basketball player
Justin Herbert – 28 years old (1998) – Football player
Cole Kmet – 27 years old (1999) – Football player
Nick Bolton – 26 years old (2000) – Football player
Keon Johnson – 24 years old (2002) – Basketball player
DAYS OF THE YEAR FOR MARCH 10:
- National Mario Day: Join this iconic Italian plumber on his adventures through fantastic worlds, battling fierce enemies and saving the Princess!
- Harriet Tubman Day:
- Histotechnology Professionals Day:
- International Day Of Awesomeness: Rocking life with a confident attitude, spreading positivity, and making everyday situations shine - that's the essence of pure awesomeness!
- International Bagpipe Day: That distinctive sound that's both stirring and traditional, often heard at celebrations and gatherings, adding a unique musical flavor to the atmosphere.
- International Day of Women Judges:
- National Organize Your Home Office Day: Your home office is like a garden; it needs to be tended and weeded regularly. Keep your space tidy and clutter-free, and you'll reap the benefits of a productive work environment.
- National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day:
- Salvation Army Day:
- National Ranch Day: Add punch of flavor to everything, from wings to veggies — perfect for dipping, drizzling, or even drinking (if you're brave enough)
- National Sending Day:
- National Landline Telephone Day:
- National Skirt Day: Flowing garments that dance with every step, expressing individual style and embracing comfort while adding a touch of effortless elegance.
- International Wig Day: Instantly transform your look with versatile hairpieces, offering endless style options for that effortlessly chic and ever-changing vibe.
- Festival of Life in Cracks Day:
- National Blueberry Popover Day: Airy, golden puffs, bursting with tiny, juicy surprises - a delightful breakfast twist that's simply irresistible, begging for that first bite.
- National Peel Day:
- Paper Money Day:
- National Pack Your Lunch Day: Elevate your midday meal game and save money by bringing a packed lunch to work. Plus, you'll have more time for fun activities during your break!
- National Groundwater Awareness Week: A vital resource, groundwater is a hidden treasure beneath our feet. Its protection is crucial for our future and the planet's.
- Brain Awareness Week: Understanding the intricate dance of neurons and synapses unravels the mysteries of cognition, revealing the brain's brilliance.
- PI Week:
- Make Mine Chocolate:
- World Glaucoma Week: Learning about eye health highlights the silent threat to vision, encouraging proactive care and awareness.
- Sleep Awareness Week: A good night's sleep is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle — proper sleeping habits can be beneficial in improving overall health.
- Girl Scout Week:
- Universal Women’s Week: Every woman has the right to equal pay, reproductive rights, and freedom from violence. Let's empower women and create a more just society.
- Campfire USA Birthday Week:
- Healthcare HR Week :
- National Bubble Gum Week:
- Catholic Sisters Week:
- National Green Week:
- National Aardvark Week:
- Ramadan: During this holy month, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset, focusing on spiritual reflection and community. Ramadan is a time for self-improvement and bringing people together in celebration of faith.
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