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:
1835 – James Gordon Bennett published the “New York Herald” for the first time.
1840 – The first adhesive postage stamps went on sale in Great Britain.
1851 – The mechanical refrigerator was patented by Dr. John Gorrie.
1851 – Linus Yale patented the clock-type lock.
1861 – Arkansas became the ninth state to secede from the Union.
1877 – Chief Crazy Horse surrendered to U.S. troops in Nebraska.
1889 – The Universal Exposition opened in Paris, France, marking the dedication of the Eiffel Tower. Also at the exposition was the first automobile in Paris, the Mercedes-Benz.
1915 – Babe Ruth, then a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, hit his first major league home run.
1937 – The German airship Hindenburg crashed and burned while attempting to dock in Lakehurst, NJ. Thirty-six people (of the 97 on board) were killed.
1941 – Bob Hope gave his first USO show at California’s March Field.
1946 – The New York Yankees became the first major league baseball team to travel by plane.
1954 – Runner Roger Bannister of Britain became the first man to break the four minute mile.
1957 – Senator John Fitzgerald Kennedy was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for his book “Profiles in Courage”.
1959 – The Pablo Picasso painting of a Dutch girl was sold for $154,000 in London. It was the highest price paid (at the time) for a painting by a living artist.
1960 – President Dwight Eisenhower signed the Civil Rights Act of 1960.
1962 – The first nuclear warhead was fired from the Polaris submarine.
1982 – Diana Ross received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The Supremes were not honored until 1994.
1965 – Keith Richards fell asleep while improvising with a new guitar. The next morning he couldn’t remember the riffs, but “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” had been preserved on a tape recorder.
1989 – Cedar Point, in Sandusky, OH, opened Magnum XL-200. It was the first roller coaster to break the 200 feet height barrier.
1990 – Dominic Cuzzacrea ran the 26.2-mile Buffalo, New York, marathon in 3 hours and 6 minutes, all while flipping a pancake.
1994 – The Pearl Jam vs. Ticketmaster fight began when the band canceled their summer tour and filed a complaint with the Justice Department, charging that the company had a monopoly on the concert ticket business.
1994 – The Channel Tunnel officially opened. The tunnel under the English Channel links England and France.
1994 – Former Arkansas state worker Paula Jones filed suit against President Bill Clinton. The case alleged that he had sexually harassed her in 1991.
1997 – Army Staff Sgt. Delmar G. Simpson was sentenced to 25 years in prison for raping six trainees at Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland.
1997 – Four health-care companies agreed to a settlement of $600 million to hemophiliacs who had contracted AIDS from tainted blood between 1978-1985.
1999 – A parole board in New York voted to release Amy Fisher. She had been in jail for 7 years for shooting (but not killing) her lover’s wife, Mary Jo Buttafuoco, in the face.
2001 – Chandra Levy’s parents reported her missing to police in Washington, DC. Levy’s body was found on May 22, 2002 in Rock Creek Park.
2002 – “Spider-Man” became the first movie to make more than $100 million in its first weekend.
2002 – Elon Musk founded SpaceX with the goals of making space flight cheaper and colonizing Mars.
2004 – NBC aired the final episode of “Friends”. 52.46 million viewers turned in to make it the 4th most watched TV series finale in U.S. history.
2005 – In Augusta, GA, a statue of James Brown was unveiled. The bronze life size statue was to commemorate Brown’s musical accomplishments.
2013 – Three women missing for more than a decade were found alive in Cleveland, OH. Ariel Castro was taken into custody.
2023 – The coronation of Charles III and Camilla as King and Queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms was held in Westminster Abbey, London.
BIRTHDAYS:
Jimmie Dale Gilmore – 80 a old (1945) – Singer, actor
Bob Seger – 80 a old (1945) – Musician, singer. Born in Detroit, MI.
Grier Jones – 79 a old (1946) – Golfer
Alan Dale – 78 a old (1947) – Actor (TV’s “The Young Doctors”, “Neighbours”)
Mary MacGregor – 77 a old (1948) – Singer (“Torn Between Two Lovers”)
Davey Johnstone – 74 a old (1951) – Musician (Elton John’s band)
Gregg Henry – 73 a old (1952) – Actor, musician (TV’s “The Riches”, “White Collar”, “Scandal”, “The Killing”, movie “Guardians of the Galaxy”)
Tony Blair – 72 a old (1953) – former British Prime Minister (1997-2007)
Tom Bergeron – 70 a old (1955) – TV Host (TV’s “Dancing with the Stars”, “Hollywood Squares”, “America’s Funniest Home Videos”)
Roma Downey – 65 a old (1960) – Actress (TV’s “The Bible”, “Touched by an Angel”)
Julianne Phillips – 65 a old (1960) – Model, actress (TV’s “Sisters”)
George Clooney – 64 a old (1961) – Actor (TV’s “The Facts of Life”, “E/R”, movies “Batman & Robin”, the “Oceans” movies, “Argo”, “Syriana”, “Good Night and Good Luck”, “Up in the Air”, “Michael Clayton”, “The Perfect Storm”, “O Brother, Where Art Thou?”, “Three Kings”, “Out of Sight”, “One Fine Day”)
Mark Bryan – 58 a old (1967) – Guitarist (Hootie and the Blowfish)
Chris Shiflett – 54 a old (1971) – Musician (Foo Fighters)
Adrianne Palicki – 42 a old (1983) – Actress (TV’s “Friday Night Lights”, movies “Legion”, “Red Dawn”, “G.I. Joe: Retaliation”, “John Wick”)
Gabourey Sidibe – 42 a old (1983) – Actress (“Precious”, TV’s “The Big C”, “Empire”, “American Horror Story”)
TODAY IS:
- National Nurses Day:
- International No Diet Day: Drop your rules and restrictions around eating and join a movement of no-shaming body positivity and health-focused education on International No Diet day.
- National Beverage Day: Try a liquid-only diet for a day to appreciate the versatility of beverages. Smoothies, juices, and other drinks can provide much of your needed nutrients.
- National Tourist Appreciation Day: When tourists visit a new place, they bring new perspectives, a boost to the local economy, and a chance for locals to share their culture.
- National School Nurse Day: They heal and comfort, make decisions about your child’s health, and more. Thank your child’s school nurse for their kindness, care, and hard work.
- National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy:
- Occupational Safety and Health Professional Day:
- Joseph Brackett Day:
- ACES Day:
- National Crepe Suzette Day:
- Interpreter Appreciation Day: Facilitating communication across languages, bridging understanding for communities and fostering connections without barriers.
- World Carnivorous Plant Day: Captivating botanical predators, nature's cunning hunters, thriving in diverse ecosystems with unique adaptations for survival and growth.
- Global Travel Advisor Day: Discovering the invaluable guidance and insights offered by those who navigate the intricate tapestry of travel with expertise.
- National Skilled Trades Day: Professions requiring specialized training and expertise, vital for construction, manufacturing, and maintenance across various industries.
- No Homework Day: Rejoice! Studies show that homework can be ineffective or even counterproductive to learning, so take the day off and enjoy other activities on No Homework Day.
- Global Days of Action on Military Spending:
- National Golf Day: Swinging clubs on a picturesque course, breathing fresh air, and chasing a little white ball to find serenity. Golf is more than just a game.
- Donkey Week:
- National Lawyer Well-Being Week: Lawyers have high-stress jobs, and yet are often the punchline of jokes. Join the Task Force on Lawyer Well-Being to see how you can support these crucial workers.
- National Nurse’s Week: Give a big thank-you to the hard-working, often under-paid medical professionals who keep hospitals, rehab centers, nursing homes and hospice care running.
- Teacher Appreciation Week : The unsung champions shaping tomorrow, deserve our gratitude for guiding and inspiring young minds on their incredible learning journeys.
- National Pet Week:
- Public Service Recognition Week:
- Screen-Free Week:
- Deaf Awareness Week:
- National Tourism Week: Embark on journeys that unfold stories, connecting cultures, creating memories, and weaving the tapestry of global exploration.
- Children’s Book Week : Spark the joy of exploration in young minds through tales that open doors to realms of endless fascination and growth.
- Tracky Dack Day:
- Dying Matters Awareness Week:
- Dog Anxiety Awareness Week:
- National Physical Education and Sport Week:
- National Wildflower Week :
- National Correctional Officer’s Week:
- Drinking Water Week:
- Air Quality Awareness Week:
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