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:
1830 – Stephen Simmons was the last person to be executed in Michigan. He was hung for killing his wife.
1869 – Thousands of businessmen were financially ruined after a panic on Wall Street. The panic was caused by an attempt to corner the gold market by Jay Gould and James Fisk.
1906 – President Theodore Roosevelt proclaimed Devils Tower in Wyoming as the nation’s first National Monument.
1914 – The Grand Rapids Press set up an electronic scoreboard to show play by play action of the 1914 World Series.
1929 – The first all-instrument flight took place in New York, NY when Lt. James H. Doolittle guided a Consolidated NY2 Biplane over Mitchell Field.
1934 – Babe Ruth played his last game as a New York Yankee player.
1948 – The Honda Motor Company was founded.
1955 – President Dwight Eisenhower suffered a heart attack while on vacation in Denver, CO.
1957 – President Dwight Eisenhower sent federal troops to Little Rock, AR, to enforce school integration.
1960 – The first nuclear powered aircraft carrier was launched. The USS Enterprise set out from Newport News, VA.
1961 – The animated TV show “The Bullwinkle Show” premiered in prime time on NBC. The show was originally on ABC in the afternoon as “Rocky and His Friends.”
1964 – The TV show “The Munsters” started haunting CBS.
1968 – The TV News Magazine “60 Minutes” debuted on CBS.
1968 – “The Mod Squad” premiered on ABC-TV.
1976 – Newspaper heiress Patricia Hearst was sentenced to seven years in prison for her role in a 1974 bank robbery. An executive clemency order from President Jimmy Carter sets her free after 22 months.
1977 – The TV show “The Love Boat” debuted on ABC. The theme song was sung by Jack Jones and was written by Paul Williams and Charles Fox.
1979 – CompuServe launched the first consumer internet service, which features the first public electronic mail service (e-mail).
1988 – James Brown was arrested in Georgia after a two state car chase.
1988 – Bobby McFerrin’s song “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” became the first a cappella song to hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
1991 – The band Nirvana released their album “Nevermind”.
1992 – The Sci-Fi Channel (now just Syfy) was launched.
1993 – The movie “Dazed and Confused”, starring Ben Affleck and Matthew McConaughey, premiered in theaters.
1994 – The TV show “Boy Meets World” premiered.
1998 – The U.S. Federal Reserve released into circulation $2 billion in new harder-to-counterfeit $20 bills.
2003 – Anthony Hopkins received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
2005 – Hurricane Rita made landfall in the United States, devastating portions of southwestern Louisiana and extreme southeastern Texas.
2007 – The TV show “The Big Bang Theory” debuted.
2014 – The Mars Orbiter Mission made India the first Asian nation to reach Mars orbit, and the first nation in the world to do so in its first attempt.
2023 – NASA’s OSIRIS-REx capsule containing samples from the asteroid 101955 Bennu successfully landed back on Earth
BIRTHDAYS:
Jerry Donahue – 79 years old (1946) – Guitarist and producer
Joe Greene – 79 years old (1946) – Football player, coach, and actor
Gordon Clapp – 77 years old (1948) – Actor
John Kessel – 75 years old (1950) – Author, poet, and playwright
Douglas Kmiec – 74 years old (1951) – Scholar and diplomat, United States Ambassador to Malta
Hubie Brooks – 69 years old (1956) – Baseball player
Kevin Sorbo – 67 years old (1958) – Actor and producer
Steve Whitmire – 66 years old (1959) – Puppeteer
Christopher L. Eisgruber – 64 years old (1961) – Lawyer and academic
John Logan – 64 years old (1961) – Screenwriter and producer
Nia Vardalos – 63 years old (1962) – Canadian-American actress and screenwriter
Rafael Palmeiro – 61 years old (1964) – Cuban-American baseball player
Sean McNabb – 60 years old (1965) – Singer and bass player
Janet Weiss – 60 years old (1965) – Drummer
Bernard Gilkey – 59 years old (1966) – Baseball player
Michael O. Varhola – 59 years old (1966) – Journalist and author
Shawn Crahan – 56 years old (1969) – Drummer, songwriter, and producer
Megan Ward – 56 years old (1969) – Actress
Michael S. Engel – 54 years old (1971) – Paleontologist and entomologist
Mike Michalowicz – 54 years old (1971) – Businessman and author
Kevin Millar – 54 years old (1971) – Baseball player and sportscaster
Eddie George – 52 years old (1973) – Football player and sportscaster
Rodrick Rhodes – 52 years old (1973) – Basketball player and coach
John McDonald – 51 years old (1974) – Baseball player
Ian Bohen – 49 years old (1976) – Actor
Stephanie McMahon – 49 years old (1976) – Wrestler and businesswoman
Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila – 48 years old (1977) – Football player
Casey Rabach – 48 years old (1977) – Football player
Drew Gooden – 44 years old (1981) – Basketball player
Morgan Hamm – 43 years old (1982) – Gymnast
Paul Hamm – 43 years old (1982) – Gymnast
Jeff Karstens – 43 years old (1982) – Baseball player
Randy Foye – 42 years old (1983) – Basketball player
Bobby Brown – 41 years old (1984) – Basketball player
Eloise Mumford – 39 years old (1986) – Actress
Spencer Treat Clark – 38 years old (1987) – Actor
Grey Damon – 38 years old (1987) – Actor
Steven Kampfer – 37 years old (1988) – Ice hockey player
Kyle Sullivan – 37 years old (1988) – Actor
Vontaze Burfict – 35 years old (1990) – Football player
Perry Jones – 34 years old (1991) – Basketball player
Sonya Deville – 32 years old (1993) – Wrestler and mixed martial artist
Ben Platt – 32 years old (1993) – Actor, singer, and songwriter
Nikolas Cruz – 27 years old (1998) – Mass murderer
TODAY IS:
- National Punctuation Day: Let’s face it, punctuation saves lives. It may sound a little strange to say that, but when you think of the effect that just the humble comma can have on the meaning of a sentence, it becomes readily apparent that there are some really strong arguments for learning to use...
- World Bollywood Day: The vibrant, colorful world of Indian cinema is full of captivating music, dance, and drama that will transport you to another world.
- National Mofongo Day: National Mofongo Day is a celebration of Puerto Rico's beloved dish, mofongo. This festive day honors the unique blend of flavors and cultures that come together in this culinary delight. Mofongo, made from mashed plantains, garlic, pork cracklings, and other seasonings, is a staple in Puerto Rican cuisine. This day...
- Bluebird of Happiness Day: Considered by many people to be a harbinger of joy or a good luck charm, the little blue bird carries with it bliss and jubilation. And Bluebird of Happiness Day is the best time to celebrate and enjoy this tiny creature that brings so much delight! How to Celebrate Bluebird...
- National Cherries Jubilee Day: Host a dinner party with friends and family, and impress them all with your dessert-making skills by serving up fresh, homemade Cherries Jubilee over ice cream.
- Lash Stylists’ Day: Go get your lashes styled and give your lash stylist some extra support by posting their work online and including the hashtag #lashstylistsday in your post.
- International Day of Birmingham : The International Day of Birmingham celebrates the historic alliance between the original city of Birmingham, in the United Kingdom, and the more than a dozen other Birminghams of North America, Together this group of places make up the United States of Birmingham. Official Friendship Agreements, gathered by the Lord Mayor's...
- National Day of Arts in Care Homes: Creative expression in elder care enhances emotional well-being, fosters connections, and enriches the lives of residents.
- World Dense Breast Day: Most people don’t think twice about what shows up on a mammogram. But for many women, one detail can change everything—breast density. World Dense Breast Day shines a light on this often-overlooked issue. It raises awareness about how dense tissue can make cancer harder to spot. Tumors and dense tissue both...
- National Horchata Day: Horchata is a sweet, creamy drink with a hint of cinnamon. It’s made from rice, almonds, or tiger nuts, depending on where you try it. Some versions are smooth and milky, others are nutty and rich. People often sip it cold on a hot day or pair it with spicy...
- International Age Diversity Day: Diversity is valuable, and the world is most balanced and fruitful when equal opportunities are given to everyone in the workforce, regardless of differences that may include gender, age, BAME, LGBTQ, or other factors. International Age Diversity Day seeks to bring to light the benefits of and need for working toward...
- Heritage Day: South Africa has a rich and diverse background of different cultures and Heritage Day is just the time to celebrate and enjoy all of them! How to Celebrate Heritage Day Get in the spirit of South Africa’s Heritage Day with a variety of ideas for celebrating, including some of these...
- Schwenkfelder Thanksgiving: Imagine a gathering where community members come together, sharing simple foods like bread, butter, and apple butter. This tradition, known as Schwenkfelder Thanksgiving, is a heartfelt expression of gratitude among the Schwenkfelder community. Each year, they commemorate their ancestors' safe arrival in Pennsylvania after fleeing religious persecution. The modest meal reflects...
- International Week of Deaf People: Promoting understanding and inclusion enhances communication, fosters empathy, and empowers those with hearing loss in our communities.
- Rtveli: Rtveli is a vibrant grape harvest festival celebrated across Georgia. It is a joyful blend of hard work and celebration. It's a time when people unite to collect the fruits of their labor and honor the cultural heritage of winemaking that has been cherished for generations. The festival extends beyond...
- Sea Otter Awareness Week: Sea otters play a crucial role in maintaining the health of marine ecosystems. It is so significant that a whole week, Sea Otter Awareness Week, is dedicated to celebrating and raising awareness about them. The week is packed with activities, from educational events and live streams to adoption drives and donation...
- National Eye Health Week: National Eye Health Week is a special event held annually to spotlight the significance of looking after our eyes. This week encourages everyone to focus on their eye health and understand the importance of regular eye checks. This observance aims to educate people about eye health and promote actions to safeguard...
- Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week: Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week helps us imagine a new world. Picture a space where every car trip is a safe adventure - even for the tiniest tots. This is the vision that brought Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week to life. The week-long pivotal campaign raises a sad reality. We...
- Rosh Hashanah: Rosh Hashanah marks the Jewish New Year. It brings together moments of joy and reflection. Families gather, sharing meals filled with symbolic foods like apples dipped in honey, wishing for sweetness ahead. The shofar, a ram's horn, sounds during services, stirring hearts and minds. This blast calls for inner reflection...
- National Older Workers Employment Week: National Older Workers Employment Week shines a spotlight on the contributions of Americans aged 55 and up who continue to make a difference in the workplace. Held annually during the last full week of September, this event calls attention to the unique skills and strengths these experienced employees bring. Many older...
- Fiesta de San Pacho: Fiesta de San Pacho is a vibrant celebration that fills the streets of Quibdó with music, dance, and color. The festival honors Saint Francis of Assisi, blending Catholic traditions with Afro-Colombian culture uniquely and joyfully. As the day unfolds, the city becomes a stage where people showcase their rich heritage...
- National Surgical Technologists Week: National Surgical Technologists Week spotlights a vital but often overlooked part of the medical team: surgical technologists, who work behind the scenes to ensure every procedure runs smoothly. Their tasks range from preparing the operating room to sterilizing instruments and even assisting during surgery. The week celebrates their essential role...
- Milan Fashion Week: Milan Fashion Week stands as a beacon of creativity and style in the fashion world. Designers and fashion enthusiasts flock to Milan for this event, eager to see the latest trends and groundbreaking collections. The city buzzes with excitement as top brands like Prada, Fendi, and Moschino unveil their new...
- National Indoor Plant Week : Plants have the power to bring green from the outside in, livening up almost any space and supporting a better connection between humans and nature. Enjoy and appreciate the beauty and wide variety of houseplants that can be found during National Indoor Plant Week and throughout the year! History of National...
- Hispanic Heritage Month: Join an event, forum, or exhibition for Hispanic Heritage Month, and appreciate the art, history, and cultural offerings of this rich and expansive heritage.
- Deaf Dog Awareness Week : Some estimates show that approximately 35,000 deaf dogs are living in the United States who were born deaf in both ears and more than 100,000 are deaf in just one ear. Many more will have become deaf throughout their lifetimes because of various circumstances. Deaf Dog Awareness Week is an...
- Farm Animal Awareness Week: Farm Animal Awareness Week highlights the importance of recognizing the lives of animals that provide food for us. This week aims to educate the public about the conditions these animals face and to promote better treatment. Many animals are kept in cramped, unsanitary spaces, which can lead to health problems...
- World Reflexology Week: Highlighting the benefits of this holistic therapy promotes understanding of its role in enhancing well-being and relaxation.
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