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Yearly Total history Click on Month to see Historical events and links for that month! This page is in Progress May June July August September January 1, 1934 - Alcatraz Island officially became a Federal Prison. January 1, 1900 - Hawaii asked for a delegate to the Republican national convention.
January 1, 1945 - France was admitted to the United Nations.
January 2, 1900 - The Chicago Canal opened.
January 4 1960 - French author Albert Camus died in an automobile accident at age 46.
January 4, 1984 - Wayne ‘The Great One’ Gretzky scored eight points (four goals and four assists) for the second time in his National Hockey League (NHL) career. Edmonton’s Oilers defeated the Minnesota North Stars, 12-8. The game was the highest-scoring NHL game to date.
January 5, 1934 - Both the National and American baseball leagues decided to use a uniform-size baseball. It was the first time in 33 years that both leagues used the same size ball.
(MLB) January 5, 1970 - "All My Children" premiered on ABC.
January 7, 1785 French aeronaut/balloonist Jean-Pierre Blanchard successfully made the first air-crossing of the English Channel from the English coast to France.
January 7, 1953 U.S. President Harry Truman announced the development of the hydrogen bomb.
January 7, 1990 - The Leaning Tower of Pisa was closed to the public. The accelerated rate of "leaning" raised fears for the safety of its visitors.
January 7, 1927 In Hinckley IL, the Harlem Globetrotters played their first game.
January 7, 1999 - U.S. President Clinton went on trial before the Senate. It was only the second time in U.S. history that an impeached president had gone to trial. Clinton was later acquitted of perjury and obstruction of justice charges.
January 8, 1901 The first tournament sanctioned by the American Bowling Congress was held in Chicago, IL. January 8 1994 - Tonya Harding won the ladies' U.S. Figure Skating Championship in Detroit, MI, a day after Nancy Kerrigan dropped out because of a clubbing attack that injured her right knee. The U.S. Figure Skating Association later took the title from Harding because of her involvement in the attack.
January 8, 1886 The Severn Railway Tunnel, Britain's longest, was opened.
January 8, 1961 - Robert Goulet made his national TV debut this night on "The Ed Sullivan Show" on CBS.
January 14, 1784 - The United States ratified a peace treaty with England ending the Revolutionary War.
January 14, 1952 - NBC's "Today" show premiered.
January 15, 1972 - NBC-TV debuted "Sanford & Son."
January 16, 1759 - The British Museum opened.
January 16, 1970 - Buckminster Fuller, the designer of the geodesic dome, was awarded the Gold Medal of the American Institute of Architects.
January 16, 1896 - The first five-player college basketball game was played at Iowa City, IA.
January 16, 1961 - Mickey Mantle signed a contract that made him the highest paid baseball player in the American League at $75,000 for the 1961 season.
January 16, 1982 - Britain and the Vatican resumed full diplomatic relations after a break of over 400 years.
January 17, 1795 - The Dudingston Curling Society was organized in Edinburgh, Scotland. January 17, 1913 - All partner interests in 36 Golden Rule Stores were consolidated and incorporated in Utah into one company. The new corporation was the J.C. Penney Company.
January 18, 1788 - The first English settlers arrived in Australia's Botany Bay to establish a penal colony. The group moved north eight days later and settled at Port Jackson.
February 17, 1933 Blondie Boopadoop married Dagwood Bumstead three years after Chic Young’s popular strip first debuted.
February 18, 1841 The first continuous filibuster in the U.S. Senate began. It lasted until March 11th.
February 18, 1885 Mark Twain's "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" was published in the U.S. for the first time.
February 18, 1930 The planet Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh. The discovery was made as a result of photographs taken in January 1930.
February 18, 1953 Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz signed a contract worth $8,000,000 to continue the "I Love Lucy" TV show through 1955.
February 18, 1984 Reed Larson (Detroit Red Wings) got two assists to become the highest scoring, American-born player in the history of the National Hockey League. Larson broke the record by scoring his 432nd point. February 18, 1998 In Russia, money shortages resulted in the shutting down of three plants that produced nuclear weapons. February 18, 2001 NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt, Sr., was killed in a crash during the Daytona 500 race.
February 19, 1878 Thomas Alva Edison patented a music player (the phonograph).
Link 2 Thomas Alva Edison February 19, 1942 U.S. President Roosevelt signed an executive order giving the military the authority to relocate and intern Japanese-Americans.
February 20, 2001 FBI Agent Robert Phillip Hanssen was arrested and charged with spying for the Russians for 15 years. February 21, 1975 Former U.S. Attorney General John N. Mitchell and former White House aides H.R. Haldeman and John D. Ehrlichman were sentenced to 2 1/2 to 8 years in prison for their roles in the Watergate cover-up. February 22, 1920 - The first dog race track to use an imitation rabbit opened in Emeryville, CA.
February 23, 1874 - Walter Winfield patented a game called "sphairistike." More widely known as lawn tennis.
February 23, 1940 - Walt Disney's animated movie "Pinocchio" was released.
February 23, 1954 The first mass vaccination of children against polio began in Pittsburgh, PA.
February 23, 1963 The 24th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified. It prohibited poll taxes in federal elections. February 23, 1992 - Tracy Gold began working on the set of "Growing Pains" again. She had left the show due to anorexia. February 24, 1992 - "Wayne's World" opened in U.S. theaters.
February 25, 1901 - The United States Steel Corp. was incorporated by J.P. Morgan. February 25, 1913 - The 16th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified. It authorized a graduated income tax. February 25, 1933 - The first aircraft carrier, Ranger, was launched. February 25, 1940 - The New York Rangers and the Montreal Canadiens played in the first hockey game to be televised in the U.S. The game was aired on February 25, 1950 - "Your Show of Shows" debuted on NBC. February 25, 1986 - Phillippino President Ferdinand E. Marcos fled the Philippines after 20 years of rule after a tainted election. February 26,1951 - The 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, limiting U.S. Presidents to two terms. February 27,1854 - The US Republican Party was organized in Ripon, WI. About 50 slaveryopponents began the new political group. February 28, 1940 - The first televised basketball game was shown. The game featured Fordham University and the University of Pittsburgh from Madison Square Gardens in New York. February 28, 2002 - It was announced that John Madden would be replacing Dennis Miller on "Monday Night Football." Madden signed a four-year $20 million deal with ABC Sports. February 29, 1964 Dawn Fraser got her 36th world record. The Australian swimmer was timed at 58.9 seconds in the 100-meter freestyle in Sydney, Australia.
March 1,1987 - S&H Green Stamps became S&H Green Seals. The stamps were introduced 90 years earlier. March 2, 1933 - The motion picture King Kong had its world premiere in New York. March 2, 2004 - NASA announced that the Mars rover Opportunity had discovered evidence that water had existed on Mars in the past. March 3, 1938 A world record for the indoor mile run was set by Glenn Cunningham. He ran the distance in 4 minutes, 4.4 seconds. March 3, 1939 - In Bombay, Ghandi began a fast to protest the state's autocratic rule. March 3, 1969 Sirhan Sirhan testified in a Los Angeles court that he killed Robert Kennedy. March 3,1985 The TV show "Moonlighting" premiered. March 4, 1837 The state of Illinois granted a city charter to Chicago. March 4, 1925 Calvin Coolidge took the oath of office in Washington, DC. The presidential inauguration was broadcast on radio for the first time. March 4, 1975 Queen Elizabeth knighted Charlie Chaplin. March 5, 1770 "The Boston Massacre" took place when British troops fired on a crowd in Boston killing five people. Two British troops were later convicted of manslaughter. March 5, 1977 U.S. President Jimmy Carter appeared on CBS News with Walter Cronkite for the first "Dial-a-President" radio talk show. March 3,1985 The TV show "Moonlighting" premiered. March 6, 1964 Tom O’Hara set a new world indoor record when he ran the mile in 3 minutes, 56.4 seconds. March 6, 1967 U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson announced his plan to establish a draft lottery. March 6, 1983 The United States Football League began its first season of pro football competition. March 7, 1933 The board game Monopoly was invented. March 7, 1955 "Peter Pan" was presented as a television special for the first time. Link 1 March 9, 1859 The National Association of Baseball Players adopted the rule that limited the size of bats to no more than 2-1/2 inches in diameter. March 11, 1824 - The U.S. War Department created the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Seneca Indian Ely Parker became the first Indian to lead the Bureau. Link 1 Bureau of Indian Affairs Link 1 Seneca Indian Ely Parker March 11, 1847 - John Chapman 'Johnny Appleseed' died in Allen County, Indiana. This day became known as Johnny Appleseed Day. Link 1 'Johnny Appleseed' Link 1 'Johnny Appleseed' March 11, 1948 - Reginald Weir became the first black tennis player to participate in a U.S. Indoor Lawn Tennis Association tournament. Link 1 U.S. Indoor Lawn Tennis Association
Link 1 Levi-Strauss Link 1 Levi-Strauss March 11, 1985 - Mikhail Gorbachev was named the new chairman of the Soviet Communist Party. Link 1 Mikhail Gorbachev Link 1 Mikhail Gorbachev
March 11, 1986 - Popsicle announced its plan to end the traditional twin-stick frozen treat for a one-stick model. Link 1 Popsicle
Link 1 Coca-Cola Link 1 Coca-Cola March 12, 1930 - Ghandi began his 200-mile march to the sea that symbolized his defiance of British rule over India. Link 1 Mahatma Ghandi
March 12, 1976 - "Wonder Woman" debuted on ABC-TV. The show later went to CBS-TV. Link 1 "Wonder Woman" Link 1 "Wonder Woman"
March 12, 1985 - Larry Bird, of the NBA’s Boston Celtics, scored a club-record 60 Link 1 Larry Bird Link 1 Larry Bird March 12, 1987 - "Les Miserables" opened on Broadway. Link 1 "Les Miserables" Link 1 "Les Miserables"
March 12, 1994 - Tonya Harding plead guilty in Portland, OR, to conspiracy to hinder prosecution for covering up the attack on her skating rival Nancy Kerrigan. She was fined $100,000. She was also banned from amateur figure skating. Link 1 Tonya Harding Link 1 Tonya Harding March 13, 1861 - Jefferson Davis signed a bill authorizing slaves to be used as soldiers for the Confederacy. Link 1 Jefferson Davis March 13, 2002 - Fox aired "Celebrity Boxing." Tonya Harding beat Paula Jones, Danny Banaduce beat Barry Williams and Todd Bridges defeated Vanilla Ice. Link 1 Celebrity Boxing Link 1 Tonya Harding March 15, 1877 - The first cricket test between Australia and England was played in Melbourne. Australia won by 45 runs. Link 1 Cricket March 15, 1971 - CBS television announced it was going to drop "The Ed Sullivan Show." Link 1 "The Ed Sullivan Show" Link 1 "The Ed Sullivan Show"
March 17, 0461 - Bishop Patrick, St. Patrick, died in Saul. Ireland celebrates this day in his honor. Link 1 Bishop Patrick, St. Patrick Link 1 Bishop Patrick, St. Patrick March 17, 1967 - Snoopy and Charlie Brown of "Peanuts" were on the cover of "LIFE" magazine. Link 1 "Peanuts" Link 1 "LIFE" magazine March 17, 1969 - Golda Meir was sworn in as the fourth premier of Israel. Link 1 Golda Meir Link 1 Golda Meir
Link 1 Henry Wells Link 1 William Fargo March 18, 1949 The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was ratified. Link 1 The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Link 1 The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
March 18, 1970 - The NFL selected Wilson to be the official football and scoreboard as official time. Link 1 Wilson Link 1 www.NFL.com/
March 18, 1994 Zsa Zsa Gabor filed for bankruptcy. Link 1 Zsa Zsa Gabor Link 1 Zsa Zsa Gabor
March 19, 1822 The city of Boston, MA, was incorporated. Link 1 Boston, MA Link 1 Boston, MA
March 19, 1987 Televangelist Jim Bakker resigned from the PTL due to a scandal involving Jessica Hahn. Link 1 Jim Bakker Link 1 Jessica Hahn March 19, 1991 Brett Hull, of the St. Louis Blues, became the third National Hockey League (NHL) player to score 80 goals in a season. Link 1 Brett Hull, of the St. Louis Blues Link 1 St. Louis Blues March 20, 1965 - U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson orders 4,000 troops to protect the Selma-Montgomery civil rights marchers. Link 1 U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson Link 1 U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson
March 20, 1989 It was announced that Cincinnati Reds manager Pete Rose was under investigation. Link 1 Pete Rose Link 1 Pete Rose March 20, 1990 - The Los Angeles Lakers retired Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's #33. Link 1 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Link 1 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar March 21, 1957 - Shirley Booth made her TV acting debut in "The Hostess with the Mostest" on CBS. Link 1 Shirley Booth Link 1 Shirley Booth March 21, 1995 - New Jersey officially dedicated the Howard Stern Rest Area along Route 295. Link 1 Howard Stern Rest Area Link 1 www.howardstern.com/
March 24, 1832 - Mormon Joseph Smith was beaten, tarred and feathered in Ohio. Link 1 Mormon Joseph Smith Link 1 Mormon Joseph Smith March 25, 1609 Henry Hudson left on an exploration for Dutch East India Co. Link Henry Hudson Link 2 Henry Hudson March 25, 1807 - British Parliament abolished the slave trade. Link 1 British Parliament abolished the slave trade March 25, 1898 The Intercollegiate Trapshooting Association was formed in New York City. Link 1 Intercollegiate Trapshooting March 25, 1941 - Yugoslavia joined the Axis powers. Link 1 Axis powers Link 2 Axis powers
March 25, 1971 The Boston Patriots became the New England Patriots. Link 2 The Boston Patriots/New England Patriots. March 26, 1804 - The U.S. Congress ordered the removal of Indians east of the Mississippi to Louisiana. Link 1 Indian Removal Act Link 2 Indian Removal Act
March 26, 1937 - Spinach growers in Crystal City, TX, erected a statue of Popeye. Link 2 Crystal City, TX, statue of Popeye March 26, 1953 Doctor Jonas Salk Announces he has a vaccine for the poliomielitus virus to prevent polio. Link 1 Doctor Jonas Salk Link 2 Doctor Jonas Salk March 26, 1992 Mike Tyson heavyweight boxing champion is found Guilty of rape and sentenced to six years in Prison. Link 1 Mike Tyson Link 2 ESPN boxing news
March 26, 1996 The International Monetary Fund approved a $10.2 billion loan for Russia to help the country transform its economy. Link 1 The International Monetary Fund Link 2 The International Monetary Fund March 26, 2000 In Russia, acting President Vladimir Putin was elected president outright. He won a sufficient number of votes to avoid a runoff election.
Link 2 President Vladimir Putin March 27, 1917 The Seattle Metropolitans Defeat The Montreal Canadians to be the First United States Team to win the Stanley Cup. The Stanley Cup, the oldest trophy competed for by professional athletes in North America, was donated by Frederick Arthur, Lord Stanley of Preston and son of the Earl of Derby, in 1893. Link 1 Stanley Cup History Link 2 Stanley Cup March 27, 1974 - A streaker ran onto the set of "The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson." Link 1 Streaking March 27, 2002 - Rodney Dangerfield received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Link 1 Rodney Dangerfield Link 2 Rodney Dangerfield March 27, 2004 NASA successfully launched an unpiloted X-43A jet that hit Mach 7 (about 5,000 mph). Link 1 NASA unpiloted X-43A jet Link 2 NASA unpiloted X-43A jet March 29, 1993 Clint Eastwood Wins his first oscars for Unforgivin It won Academy Awards for Best Actor in a Supporting Role , Best Director, Best Film Editing and Best Picture. It was nominated for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Clint Eastwood), Best Art Direction-Set Decoration, Best Cinematography, Best Sound and Best Writing, Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen. Link 1 www.clinteastwood.net/ Link 2 Oscars March 30, 1182 Florida becomes United States Territory Link 1 Florida History
March 30, 1950 United States President Harry Truman denounces Senator McCarthy as a saboteur of US foreign policy Link 1 Mccarthy Link 2 Joseph McCarthy March 30, 1964 The Game show Jeopardy first debuts on Television Link 1 www.jeopardy.com Link 2 Jeopardy!
April 1, 1930 - Leo Hartnett of the Chicago Cubs broke the altitude record for a catch by catching a baseball dropped from the Goodyear blimp 800 feet over Los Angeles, CA. Link 1 Leo Hartnett of the Chicago Cubs Link 1 Leo Hartnett of the Chicago Cubs April 1, 1963 - The Soap operas "General Hospital" and "Doctors" premiered on television. Link 1 "General Hospital" Link 1 "Doctors" April 1, 1982 - The U.S. transferred the Canal Zone to Panama. Link 1 Panama Canal Link 1 Panama Canal April 1, 1998 - A federal judge dismissed the Paula Jones' sexual harassment lawsuit against U.S. President Clinton saying that the claims fell "far short" of being worthy of a trial. Link 1 Paula Jones Link 1 U.S. President Clinton April 2, 1996 - Lech Walesa resumed his old job as an electrician at the Gdansk shipyard. He was the former Solidarity union leader who became Poland's first post-war democratic president. Link 1 Lech Walesa Link 1 Lech Walesa
Link 1 First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt Link 1 First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt April 3, 1949 - Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis debuted on radio in an NBC program that ran until 1952. Link 1 Dean Martin Link 1 Jerry Lewis
Link 1 www.tvguide.com/ Link 1 Unabomber Theodore Kaczynski Link 1 Unabomber Theodore Kaczynski
Link 1 British Financier Cecil Rhodes Link 1 www.rhodesscholar.org/ April 4, 1986 - Wayne Gretzky set an NHL record with his 213th point of the season. Link 1 Wayne Gretzky Link 1 Wayne Gretzky April 5, 1919 - Eamon de Valera became president of Ireland. Link 1 Eamon de Valera Link 1 Eamon de Valera
April 5, 1930 - Mahatma Ghandi defied British law by making salt in India. Link 1 Mahatma Ghandi Link 1 Mahatma Ghandi April 5, 1984 - Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (Los Angeles Lakers) became the all-time NBA regular season scoring leader when he broke Wilt Chamberlain's record of 31,419 career points. Link 1 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Link 1 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Link 1 Olympic Games Link 1 First modern Olympic Games April 6, 1916 - Charlie Chaplin became the highest-paid film star in the world when he signed a contract with Mutual Film Corporation for $675,000 a year. He was 26 years old. Link 1 Charlie Chaplin Link 1 Charlie Chaplin April 7, 1970 - John Wayne won his first and only Oscar for his role in "True Grit." He had been in over 200 films. Link 1 John Wayne Link 1 John Wayne April 8, 1513 - Explorer Juan Ponce de Leon claimed Florida for Spain. Link 1 Explorer Juan Ponce de Leon Link 2 Explorer Juan Ponce de Leon April 8, 1974 - Hank Aaron hits 715th home run breaking Babe Ruth's record. Link 1 Hank Aaron Link 2 Hank Aaron April 9, 1867 - The U.S. Senate ratified the treaty with Russia that purchased the territory of Alaska by one vote. Link 1 Territory of Alaska Link 2 Territory of Alaska April 9, 1869 - The Hudson Bay Company ceded its territory to Canada. Link 1 The Hudson Bay Company Link 2 The Hudson Bay Company April 9, 1965 - The Houston Astrodome held its first baseball game. Link 1 The Houston Astrodome Link 2 The Houston Astrodome April 9, 1986 - It was announced that Patrick Duffy's character on the TV show Dallas would be returning after being killed off. Link 2 Patrick Duffy
Link 1 Professional Golfers Association Link 2 United States Golfers Association
April 10, 1925 - F. Scott Fitzgerald published "The Great Gatsby" for the first time. Link 2 F. Scott Fitzgerald April 10, 1980 - Spain and Britain agreed to reopen the border between Gibraltar and Spain. It had been closed since 1969. Link 1 Gibraltar Link 2 Gibraltar April 11, 1876 - The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks was organized. Link 1 The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Link 2 www.elks.org/
Link 1 Soviet Yuri Alexeyevich Gagarin April 12, 1985 - Federal inspectors declared that four animals of the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus were not unicorns. They were goats with horns that had been surgically implanted. Link 1 Ringling Brothers Link 2 Unicorns
April 13, 1964 - Sidney Poitier became the first black to win an Oscar for best actor. It was for his role in the movie "Lilies of the Field." Link 1 Sidney Poitier Link 2 Sidney Poitier
Link 2 Apollo 13 April 13, 1997 - Tiger Woods became the youngest person to win the Masters Tournament at the age of 21. He also set a record when he finished at 18 under par. Link 1 Tiger Woods Link 2 Tiger Woods
Foundation
April 15, 1912 - The ocean liner Titanic sank at 2:27 a.m. in the North Link 1 Titanic Link 2 Titanic April 15, 1934 - In the comic strip "Blondie," Dagwood and Blondie Bumstead welcomed a baby boy, Alexander. The child would be nicknamed, Baby Dumpling. Link 1 Dagwood and Blondie Bumstead Link 2 Dagwood and Blondie
Bumstead
April 15, 1947 - Jackie Robinson played his first major league baseball Link 1 Jackie Robinson Link 2 Jackie Robinson
Link 1 Ray Kroc Link 2 Ray Kroc April 16, 1935 - "Fibber McGee and Molly" premiered. Link 1 "Fibber McGee and Molly" Link 2 "Fibber McGee and Molly"
April 16, 1962 - Walter Cronkite began anchoring "The CBS Evening Link 1 Walter Cronkite Link 2 Walter Cronkite
April 16, 1985 - Mickey Mantle was reinstated after being banned from Link 1 Mickey Mantle Link 2 Mickey Mantle
Link 1 Erik and Lyle Menendez Link 2 Erik and Lyle Menendez
April 18, 1923 - Yankee Stadium opened in the Bronx, NY. The Yankees Link 1 Yankee Stadium Link 2 Yankee Stadium
April 18, 2002 - The city legislature of Berlin decided to make Marlene
Dietrich an honorary citizen. Dietrich had gone to the United States in
1930. She refused to return to Germany after Adolf Hitler came to
power. Link 2 Marlene Dietrich
April 20, 1912 - Fenway Park opened as the home of the Boston Red Sox. Link 2 Fenway Park
April 22, 1914 - Babe Ruth made his pitching debut with the Baltimore Orioles.
Link 2 Babe Ruth April 22, 1952 - An atomic test conducted in Nevada was the first nuclear explosion shown on live network television.
April 23, 1348 - The first English order of knighthood was founded. It was the Order of the Garter. Link 1 Order of the Garter Link 2 Order of the Garter April 23, 1954 - Hank Aaron of the Milwaukee Braves hit his first major-league home run on this day.
Link 2 Hank Aaron April 23, 1964 - Ken Johnson of the Houston Astros threw the first no-hitter for a loss. The game was lost 1-0 to the Cincinnati Reds due to two errors.
Link 2 Ken Johnson of the Houston Astros April 24, 1889 - The Edison General Electric Company was organized. Link 1 Edison Link 2 Edison General Electric Company April 24, 1961 - U.S. President Kennedy accepted "sole responsibility" following Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba. Link 1 Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba Link 2 Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba April 24, 1974 - David Bowie released "Diamond Dogs."
Link 2 Diamond Dogs April 25, 1953 - Dr. James D. Watson and Dr. Francis H.C. Crick suggested the double helix structure of DNA.
Link 2 Structure of DNA April 25, 1983 - Soviet leader Yuri V. Andropov invited Samantha Smith to visit his country after receiving a letter in which the U.S. schoolgirl expressed fears about nuclear war Link 1 Soviet leader Andropov and Samantha Smith Link 2 Soviet leader Andropov and Samantha Smith
April 26, 1865 - John Wilkes Booth was killed by the U.S. Federal Cavalry.
Link 2 John Wilkes Booth April 26, 1954 - Grace Kelly was on the cover of "LIFE" magazine. Link 1 Grace Kelly Link 2 Grace Kelly April 27, 1983 - Nolan Ryan (Houston Astros) broke a 55-year-old major league baseball record when he struck out his 3,509th batter of his career.
Link 2 Nolan Ryan April 26, 1954 - Grace Kelly was on the cover of "LIFE" magazine. Link 1 Grace Kelly Link 2 Grace Kelly April 28, 1977 - Christopher Boyce was convicted of selling U.S. secrets. Link 2 Christopher Boyce April 29, 1429 - Joan of Arc lead Orleans, France, to victory over Britain. Link 1 Joan of Arc Link 2 Joan of Arc April 29, 1961 - ABC's "Wide World of Sports" premiered.Link 1 Wide World of Sports April 29, 1985 - Billy Martin was brought back, for the fourth time, to the position of manager for the New York Yankees.Link 1 Billy Martin Link 2 Billy Martin April 29, 1990 - The destruction of the Berlin Wall began. Link 1 Berlin Wall Link 2 Berlin Wall April 30, 1789 - George Washington took office as first elected U.S. president.Link 1 George Washington Link 2 George Washington April 30, 1940 - Belle Martell was licensed in California by state boxing officials. She was the first American woman, prizefight referee.Link 1 Belle Martell April 30, 1967 - Muhammad Ali was stripped of his world heavyweight boxing championship when he refused to be inducted into the U.S. military service. Ali claimed his religion conflicted with being inducted into the military.Link 1 Muhammad Ali Link 2 Muhammad Ali April 30, 1997 - ABC aired the "coming out" episode of the sitcom "Ellen." The title character, played by Ellen DeGeneres, admitted she was a lesbian. Link 1 Ellen DeGeneres Link 2 Ellen DeGeneres May 1, 1707 - England, Wales and Scotland were united to form Great Britain.Link 1 Great Britain Link 2 Great Britain May 1, 1960 - Francis Gary Powers' U-2 spy plane was shot down over the Soviet Union. Powers was taken prisoner. Link 1 Francis Gary Powers Link 2 U-2 spy plane May 1, 1961 - Fidel Castro announced there would be no more elections in Cuba.Link 1 Fidel Castro Link 2 Fidel Castro May 2, 1974 - The filming of "Jaws" began in Martha's Vineyard, MA. Link 1 Jaws Link 2 Jaws May 2, 1994 - Nelson Mandela claimed victory after South Africa's first democratic elections.Link 1 Nelson Mandela Link 2 Nelson Mandela May 3, 1937 - Margaret Mitchell won a Pulitzer Prize for "Gone With The Wind." Link 1 Margaret Mitchell Link 2 Margaret Mitchell May 3, 1966 - The game "Twister" was featured on the "Tonight Show" with Johnny Carson. Link 1 "Tonight Show" Link 2 Twister May 4, 1970 - The Ohio National Guardsmen opened fire on students during an anti-Vietnam war protest at Kent State University. Four students were killed and nine others were wounded. Link 1 Anti-Vietnam war protest at Kent State University Link 2 Anti-Vietnam war protest at Kent State University May 6, 1941 - Joseph Stalin assumed the Soviet premiership.
Link 2 Joseph Stalin May 6, 1957 - U.S. Senator John Fitzgerald Kennedy was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for his book "Profiles in Courage".
Link 2 John_F._Kennedy May 6, 1954 - British runner Roger Banister broke the four minute mile. Link 1 Roger Banister and the four minute mile Link 2 Roger Banister and the four minute mile May 6, 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.
Link 2 Pablo Picasso May 6, 1994 - The Chunnel officially opened. The tunnel under the English Channel links England and France. Link 2 The Chunnel May 7, 1915 - The Lusitania, a civilian ship, was sunk by a German submarine. 1,198 people were killedLink 1 The Lusitania Link 2 The Lusitania May 7, 1940 - Winston Churchill became British Prime Minister.
Link 2 Winston Churchill May 7, 1987 - Shelly Long, as Diane Chambers, made her last appearance as a regular on the TV show "Cheers."
Link 2 "Cheers" May 8, 1954 - Parry O'Brien became the first to toss a shot put over 60 feet. O'Brien achieved a distance of 60 feet 5 1/4 inches.
Link 2 Parry O'Brien May 8, 1956 - Alfred E. Neuman appeared on the cover of "Mad Magazine" for the first time. Link 1 Alfred E. Neuman Link 2 "Mad Magazine"
Link 1 Son of Sam Link 2 Son of Sam May 8, 1999 - A jury ruled that "The Jenny Jones Show" and Warner Bros. were liable in the shooting death of Scott Amedure. He was killed by another guest on the show. The jury's award was $25 million. Link 1 Jenny Jones Link 2 Jenny Jones May 10, 1924 - J. Edgar Hoover was appointed head of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Link 1 J. Edgar Hoover Link 2 J. Edgar Hoover May 10, 1994 - The state of Illinois executed convicted serial killer John Wayne Gacy for the murders of 33 young men and boys. Link 1 John Wayne Gacy Link 2 John Wayne Gacy May 12, 1957 - A.J. Foyt won his first auto racing victory in Kansas City, MO.Link 1 A.J. Foyt Link 2 A.J. Foyt May 12, 1970 - Ernie Banks, of the Chicago Cubs, hit his 500th home run. Link 1 Ernie Banks Link 2 Ernie BanksMay 13, 1911 - The New York Giants set a major league baseball record. Ten runners crossed home plate before the first out of the game against St. Louis. May 14, 1804 - William Clark set off the famous expedition from Camp Dubois. A few days later, in St. Louis, Meriwether Lewis joined the group. The group was known as the "Corps of Discovery." Link 2 Corps of
Discovery
Link 1 St. Louis Link 2 St. Louis, the Olympic games
Link 2 The
Warsaw Pact
Link 2 Skylab One May 14, 1998 - The final episode of the TV series "Seinfeld" aired after nine years on NBC. Link 2 Seinfeld
May 15, 1957 - Britain dropped its first hydrogen bomb on Christmas Island in the Pacific Ocean. Link 1 Alabama Gov. George C. Wallace Link 2 Alabama Gov. George C. Wallace
May 16, 1914 - The American Horseshoe Pitchers Association (AHPA) was formed in Kansas City, Kansas. Link 2 horseshoepitching.com
May 17, 1875 - The first Kentucky Derby was run at Louisville, KY. Link 2 The first Kentucky Derby
Link 2 Megan's Law
May 18, 1934 - The U.S. Congress approved an act, known as the "Lindberg Act," that called for the death penalty in interstate kidnapping cases. Link 2 Lindberg Act
May 18, 1897 - A public reading of Bram Stoker's new novel, "Dracula, or, The Un-dead," was performed in London. Link 2 Bram Stoker
May 19, 1962 - Marilyn Monroe performed a sultry rendition of "Happy Birthday" for U.S. President John F. Kennedy. The event was a fund-raiser at New York's Madison Square Garden. Link 2 Marilyn
Monroe
May 19, 1964 - The U.S. State Department reported that diplomats had found about 40 microphones planted in the U.S. Embassy in Moscow.
May 20, 1775 - North Carolina became the first colony to declare its independence. Link 1 North Carolina Link 2 North Carolina
Link 1 International Bureau of Weights and Measures Link 2 International Bureau of Weights and Measures May 20, 1933 - "Charlie Chan" was heard for the final time on the NBC Blue radio network, after only six months on the air. Link 1 "Charlie Chan" Link 2 "Charlie Chan" May 20, 1982 - TV’s "Barney Miller" was seen for the last time on ABC-TV. Link 1 "Barney Miller" Link 2 "Barney Miller" May 21, 1840 - New Zealand was declared a British colony.Link 1 New Zealand Link 2 New Zealand May 21, 1832 - In the U.S., the Democratic Party held its first national convention. Link 1 U.S. Democratic Party Link 2 U.S.
Democratic Party
Link 1 The Wright brothers Link 2 The Wright brothers May 22, 1939 - Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini signed a military alliance between Germany and Italy known as the "Pact of Steel." Link 1 Pact of Steel Link 2 Pact of Steel May 22, 1967 - The final "To Tell the Truth" program was seen on CBS-TV. Link 1 "To Tell the Truth" Link 2 "To Tell the Truth" May 23, 1873 - Canada's North West Mounted Police force was established. The organization's name was changed to Royal Canadian Mounted Police in 1920. Link 1 Canada's North West Mounted Police Link 2 Canada's North West Mounted Police May 23, 1999 - Gerry Bloch, at age 81, became the oldest climber to scale El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. He broke his own record that he set in 1986 when he was 68 years old.Link 1 El Capitan in Yosemite National Park Link 2 El Capitan in Yosemite National Park
Link 1 Ford Motor Company Link 2 Ford Motor Company Model T May 25, 1927 - The "Movietone News" was shown for the first time at the Sam Harris Theatre in New York City. Link 1 "Movietone News" Link 2 "Movietone News"
May 25, 1935 - Babe Ruth hit his final homerun, his 714th, and set a record that would stand for 39 years. Link 2 Babe Ruth
Link 1 Jesse Owens Link 2 Jesse Owens May 26, 1973 - Kathy Schmidt set an American women’s javelin record with a throw of 207 feet, 10 inches. Link 1 Kathy Schmidt Link 2 Kathy Schmidt May 27, 1937 - In California, the Golden Gate Bridge was opened to the public. The bridge connected San Francisco and Marin County. Link 1 Golden Gate Bridge Link 2 Golden Gate Bridge May 27, 1968 - After 48 years as coach of the Chicago Bears, George Halas retired.Link 1 George Halas Link 2 George Halas May 27, 1995 - In Charlottesville, VA, Christopher Reeve was paralyzed after being thrown from his horse during a jumping event. Link 1 Christopher Reeve Link 2 www.christopherreeve.org/
Link 1 The Sierra club May 28, 1961 - Amnesty International, a human rights organization, was founded.Link 1 Amnesty International Link 2 Amnesty International May 28, 1999 - In Milan, Italy, Leonardo de Vinci's "The Last Supper" was put back on display after 22 years of restoration work. Link 1 Leonardo de Vinci Link 2 Leonardo de Vinci
Link 1 Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay Link 2 Sherpa Tenzing Norgay May 29, 1965 - Ralph Boston set a world record in the broad jump at 27-feet, 4-3/4 inches, at a meet held in Modesto, CA. Link 1 Ralph Boston Link 2 Ralph Boston
Link 1 The Pennsylvania Evening Post May 30, 1903 - In Riverdale, NY, the first American motorcycle hill climb was held. Link 1Motorcycle hill climb Link 2 Motorcycle hill climb May 30, 1911 - Ray Harroun won the first Indianapolis Sweepstakes. The 500-mile auto race later became known as the Indianapolis 500. Harroun's average speed was 74.59 miles per hour. Link 1 Indianapolis 500 Link 2 Indianapolis 500 May 31, 1909 - The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) held its first conference. Link 1 NAACP Link 2 NAACP June 1, 1938 - Superman, the world's first super hero, appeared in the first issue of Action Comics. Link 1 Superman Link 2 Superman
June 1, 1954 - In the Peanuts comic strip, Linus' security blanket made its debut. Link 1 Peanuts
comic strip
June 1, 1958 - Charles de Gaulle became the premier of France. Link 1 Charles de Gaulle Link 2 Charles de Gaulle June 2, 1886 - Grover Cleveland became the first U.S. president to get married while in office. Link 1 Grover Cleveland June 3, 1888 - "Casey at the Bat" the poem by Ernest Lawrence Thayer was first published. Link 1 "Casey at the Bat" Link 2 "Casey at the Bat" June 3, 1965 - Edward White became the first American astronaut to do a "space walk" when he left the Gemini 4 capsule. Link 1 Edward White "space walk" Link 2 Edward White "space walk" June 3, 1968 - Andy Warhol was shot and critically wounded in his New York film studio by Valerie Solanas. Link 1 Andy Warhol Link 2 Valerie Solanas
Link 1 The Freemasons Link 2 The Freemasons June 4, 1944 - The U-505 became the first enemy submarine captured by the U.S. Navy. Link 1 The U-505 submarine Link 2 The U-505 submarine June 4, 1947 - The House of Representatives approved the Taft-Hartley Act. The legislation allowed the President of the United States to intervene in labor disputes.Link 1 Taft-Hartley Act Link 2 Taft-Hartley Act June 4, 1974 - The Cleveland Indians had "Ten Cent Beer Night". Due to the drunken and unruly fans the Indians forfeited to the Texas Rangers.Link 1 Ten Cent Beer Night Link 2 Ten Cent Beer NightJune 5, 1927 - Johnny Weissmuller set two world records in swimming events. Weissmuller set marks in the 100-yard, and 200-yard, free-style swimming competition. Link 1 Johnny Weissmuller Link 2 Johnny WeissmullerJune 5, 1933 - President Roosevelt signed the bill that took the U.S. off of the Gold standard. Link 1 Gold standard Link 2 Gold standard June 5, 1998 - Volkswagen AG won approval to buy Rolls-Royce Motor Cars for $700 million, outbidding BMW's $554 million offer. Link 1 Volkswagen Link 2 Volkswagen to buy Rolls-Royce Motor Cars June 5, 2004 - The U.S.S. Jimmy Carter was christened in the U.S. Navy in Groton, CT. Link 1 Jimmy Carter Link 2 U.S.S. Jimmy Carter June 6, 1933 - In Camden, NJ, the first drive-in movie theater opened. Link 1 Drive-in movie theater June 6, 1971 - "The Ed Sullivan Show" aired for the last time. It was canceled after 23 years on the air. Gladys Knight and the Pips were the musical guests on show. Link 1 "The Ed Sullivan Show"
Link 1 Mickey Mantle Link 2 Mickey MantleJune 8, 1982 - U.S. President Reagan became the first American chief executive to address a joint session of the British Parliament. Link 1 U.S. President Reagan Link 2 U.S. President Reagan address British Parliament. June 9, 2001 - Patrick Roy (Colorado Avalanche) became the first National Hockey League (NHL) player to win three Conn Smythe Trophies. The award is given to the playoff's Most Valuable Player. Link 1 Patrick Roy (Colorado Avalanche) Link 2 Patrick Roy (Colorado Avalanche)June 10, 1889 - Hattie McDaniel was born. She, for her role in "Gone With the Wind," was the first African-American to win an Academy Award. June 10, 1935 - Alcoholic Anonymous was founded by William G. Wilson and Dr. Robert Smith. Link 1 William G. Wilson Link 2 Dr. Robert Smith
Link 1 Bell XS-1 Link 2 Chuck Yeager June 10, 1983 - Johnny Bench announced his plans to retire. He was a catcher in the major leagues for 16 years.June 11, 1910 - Jacques-Yves Cousteau was born. He was the French underwater explorer that invented the Aqua-Lung diving apparatus. Link 1 Jacques-Yves Cousteau Link 2 www.cousteau.org/ June 11, 1919 - Sir Barton became the first horse to capture the Triple Crown when he won the Belmont Stakes in New York City. Link 1 The Triple Crown June 11, 1950 - Ben Hogan returned to tournament play after a near fatal car accident. He won the U.S. Open.June 11, 1972 - Hank Aaron tied the National League record for 14 grand-slam home runs in a career. Link 1 Margaret Thatcher Link 2 Margaret Thatcher
June 12, 1923 - Harry Houdini, while suspended upside down 40 feet above the ground, escaped from a strait jacket. June 12, 1963 - "Cleopatra" starring Elizabeth Taylor, Rex Harrison, and Richard Burton premiered at the Rivoli Theatre in New York City. Link 1 U.S. President Reagan Link 2 U.S. President Reagan June 13, 1866 - The 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was passed by the U.S. Congress. It was ratified on July 9, 1868. The amendment was designed to grant citizenship to and protect the civil liberties of recently freed slaves. It did this by prohibiting states from denying or abridging the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States, depriving any person of his life, liberty, or property without due process of law, or denying to any person within their jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.Link 1The 14th Amendment Link 2 The 14th Amendment June 14, 1952 - The Nautilus was dedicated. It was the first nuclear powered submarine. Link 1 USS Nautilus (SSN-571) Link 2 USS Nautilus (SSN-571) June 15, 1916 - U.S. President Woodrow Wilson signed a bill incorporating the Boy Scouts of America.Link 1 U.S. President Woodrow Wilson Link 2 U.S. President Woodrow Wilson June 16, 1904 - The novel "Ulysses" by James Joyce took place. The main character of the book was Leopold Bloom. June 17, 1950 - Dr. Richard H. Lawler performed the first kidney transplant in a 45-minute operation in Chicago, IL. Link 1 First kidney transplant Link 2 www.kidney.org/ June 17, 1972 - Five men were arrested for burglarizing the Democratic Party Headquarters in the Watergate complex in Washington, DC. The men all worked for the reelection of President Nixon. The event was the beginning of the Watergate affair.Link 1 Watergate Link 2 Watergate June 17, 1994 - O.J. Simpson drove his Ford Bronco across Los Angeles with police in pursuit and millions of people watching live on television. After the slow speed chase ended Simpson was arrested and charged with the murders of Nicole Simpson and Ronald Goldman.Link 1 Fly-casting Link 2 Fly-casting
Link 1 Charles ‘Lucky’ Luciano Link 2 Charles ‘Lucky’ Luciano June 18, 1939 - The CBS radio network aired "Ellery Queen" for the first time.
Link 1 Emancipation Proclamation Link 2 Emancipation Proclamation June 19, 1867 - In New York, the Belmont Stakes was run for the first time. Link 1 The Belmont Stakes Link 2 The Belmont Stakes June 19, 1942 - Norma Jeane Mortenson (Marilyn Monroe) and her 21-year-old neighbor Jimmy Dougherty were married. They were divorced in June of 1946. Link 1 www.peterose.com/ Link 2 Pete Rose June 19, 1986 - University of Maryland basketball star Len Bias died of a cocaine-induced seizure.Link 1 Len Bias Link 2 Len Bias
June 20, 1910 - Fanny Brice debuted in the New York production of the "Ziegfeld Follies". Link 1 Army Air Corps Link 2 U.S. Air Force June 20, 1963 - The United States and Soviet Union signed an agreement to set up a hot line communication link between the two countries.Link 1 United States and Soviet Union hot line June 22, 1939 The first U.S. water-ski tournament was held at Jones Beach, on Long Island, New York. June 25, 1987 - Austrian President Kurt Waldheim visited Pope John Paul II at the Vatican. The meeting was controversial due to allegations that Waldheim had hidden his Nazi past. Link 1 Austrian President Kurt Waldheim Link 2 Austrian President Kurt Waldheim June 25, 1998 - The U.S. Supreme Court rejected the line-item veto thereby striking down presidential power to cancel specific items in tax and spending legislation.Link 1 Line-item veto Link 2 Line-item veto June 26, 1900 - A commission that included Dr. Walter Reed began the fight against the deadly disease yellow fever. Link 1 Walter Reed Link 2Walter Reed June 26, 1945 - The U.N. Charter was signed by 50 nations in San Francisco, CA.
Link 2 The U.N. Charter June 26, 1959 - U.S. President Eisenhower joined Britain's Queen Elizabeth II in ceremonies officially opening the St. Lawrence Seaway. Link 1 St. Lawrence Seaway Link 2 St. Lawrence Seaway June 27, 1844 - Joseph Smith and his brother Hyrum were killed by mob in Carthage, IL. Link 1Joseph Smith Link 2 Joseph Smith June 27, 1969 - Patrons at the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York City's Greenwich Village, clashed with police. This incident is considered to be the birth of the homosexual rights movement. Link 1 Stonewall riots Link 2 Stonewall riots June 27, 1995 - Actor Hugh Grant was arrested in Los Angeles for engaging in "lewd behavior" with a prostitute in a rented BMW.Link 1 Hugh Grant Link 2 Hugh Grant June 28, 1902 - The U.S. Congress passed the Spooner bill, it authorized a canal to be built across the isthmus of Panama.
Link 1 "Quiz Kids" Link 2 "Quiz Kids" June 28, 1997 - Mike Tyson was disqualified for biting Evander Holyfield's ear after three rounds of their WBA heavyweight title fight in Las Vegas, NV.
Link 2 The Bite Fight June 28, 2000 - Darva Conger announced that she had done a layout for Playboy magazine. Conger had married Rick Rockwell on Fox-TV's "Who Wants to Marry a Multimillionaire."Link 1 Darva Conger Link 2 Darva Conger June 29, 1897 - The Chicago Cubs scored 36 runs in a game against Louisville, setting a record for runs scored by a team in a single game.
Link 2 Chicago Cubs June 29, 1941 - Joe DiMaggio got a base hit in his 42nd consecutive game. He broke George Sisler's record from 1922.
June 30, 1936 - Margaret Mitchell’s book, "Gone with the Wind," was published in New York City. Link 1 Margaret Mitchell Link 2 Margaret Mitchell
July 1, 1961 British troops landed in Kuwait to aid against Iraqi threats.
Link 2 Kuwait
Link 1 air-raid shelter Link 2 air-raid shelter July 1, 1969 Britain's Prince Charles was invested as the Prince of Wales.Link 1 Britain's Prince Charles Link 2 Britain's Prince Charles July 1, 1996 Margaux Hemingway was found dead in her apartment. It was concluded that she had committed suicide.Link 1 Margaux Hemingway Link 2 Margaux Hemingway
Link 1 The International UFO Museum and Research Center Link 2 Roswell, NM July 2, 1964 U.S. President Johnson signed the "Civil Rights Act of 1964" into law. The act made it illegal in the U.S. to discriminate against others because of their race. Link 1 Civil Rights Act of 1964 Link 2 Civil Rights Act of 1964
Link 1 The Wild Bunch, Butch Cassidy Link 2 The Wild Bunch, Butch Cassidy July 3, 1940 Bud Abbott and Lou Costello debuted on NBC radio. Link 1 Bud Abbott Link 2 Lou Costello July 4, 1845 American writer Henry David Thoreau began his two-year experiment in simple living at Walden Pond, near Concord, MA. Link 1 Henry David Thoreau Link 2 Henry David Thoreau July 5, 1975 Arthur Ashe became the first black man to win a Wimbledon singles title when he defeated Jimmy Connors. Link 1 Arthur Ashe Link 2 Arthur Ashe July 6, 1699 Captain William Kidd, the pirate, was captured in Boston, MA, and deported back to England. Link 1 Captain William Kidd Link 2 Captain William Kidd
Link 1 All-Star baseball game Link 2 All-Star baseball game
Link 1 Althea Gibson Link 2 Althea Gibson
Link 1 Martina Navratilova Link 2 Martina Navratilova July 7, 1949 "Dragnet" was first heard on NBC radio. Link 1 Jack Webb Link 2 "Dragnet" July 7, 1981 U.S. President Reagan announced he was nominating Arizona Judge Sandra Day O'Connor to become the first female justice on the U.S. Supreme Court. Link 1 Judge Sandra Day O'Connor Link 2 Judge Sandra Day O'Connor July 8, 1776 - Col. John Nixon gave the first public reading of the U.S. Declaration of Independence to a crowd at Independence Square in Philadelphia. Link 1 U.S. Declaration of Independence Link 2 U.S. Declaration of Independence July 8, 1881 - Edward Berner, druggist in Two Rivers, WI, poured chocolate syrup on ice cream in a dish. To this time chocolate syrup had only been used for making ice-cream sodas. Link 1 IceCream Sundae Link 2 IceCream Sundae July 8, 1953 - Notre Dame announced that the next five years of its football games would be shown in theatres over closed circuit TV. Link 1 Notre Dame football Link 2 Notre Dame football July 8, 1960 - The Soviet Union charged Gary Powers with espionage. He was shot down in a U-2 spy plane. Link 1 Gary Powers, U-2 spy plane Link 2 Gary Powers, U-2 spy plane July 9, 1868 - The 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified. The amendment was designed to grant citizenship to and protect the civil liberties of recently freed slaves. It did this by prohibiting states from denying or abridging the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States, depriving any person of his life, liberty, or property without due process of law, or denying to any person within their jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws. Link 1 The 14th Amendment Link 2 The 14th Amendment July 9, 1922 - Johnny Weissmuller became the first person to swim the 100 meters freestyle in less than a minute. Link 1 Johnny Weissmuller Link 2 Johnny Weissmuller July 9, 1985 - Joe Namath, signed a five-year pact with ABC-TV to provide commentary for "Monday Night Football". Link 1 Joe Namath Link 2 Joe Namath July 9, 1997 - NATO invited Poland, Hungary, and the Czech Republic to join the alliance in 1999. Link 1 NATO Link 2 NATO July 10, 1989 - Mel Blanc, the "man of a thousand voices," died at age 81. He was known for such cartoon characters as Daffy Duck, Bugs Bunny and Porky Pig. Link 1 Mel Blanc Link 2 Mel Blanc July 11, 1985 - Nolan Ryan of the Houston Astros became the first major league pitcher to earn 4,000 strikeouts in a career. Link 1 Nolan Ryan Link 2 Nolan Ryan July 12, 1946 - "The Adventures of Sam Spade" was heard on ABC radio for the first time. Link 1 Sam Spade Link 2 Sam Spade July 12, 1982 - The last of the distinctive-looking Checker taxicabs rolled off the assembly line in Kalamazoo, MI. Link 1 Checker taxicabs Link 2 Checker taxicabs July 13, 1978 - Lee Iacocca was fired as president of Ford Motor Co. by chairman Henry Ford II. Link 1 www.iacoccafoundation.org/ Link 2 Lee Iacocca July 13, 1994 - Jeff Gillooly, Tonya Harding's ex-husband, was sentenced in Portland, OR, to two years in prison for his role in the attack on Nancy Kerrigan. Link 1 Jeff Gillooly Link 2 Jeff Gillooly July 13, 1998 - "Image of an Assassination" went on sale. The video documentary is of Abraham Zapruder's home video of U.S. President Kennedy's assassination in Dallas. Link 1 "Image of an Assassination" Link 2 "Image of an Assassination" July 14, 2003 - Jerry Springer officially filed papers to run for the U.S. Senate from Ohio. Link 1 Jerry Springer Link 2 Jerry Springer
Link 1 Duck-billed platypus Link 2 Duck-billed platypus July 16, 1926 - The first underwater color photographs appeared in "National Geographic" magazine. The pictures had been taken near the Florida Keys. Link 1 www.nationalgeographic.com/Link 2 Underwater color photographs July 16, 1951 - J.D. Salinger's novel, "The Catcher in the Rye," was first published. Link 1 J.D. SalingerLink 2 J.D. Salinger July 16, 2005 - J.K. Rowling's book "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" was released. It was the sixth in the Harry Potter series. The book sold 6.9 million copies on its first day of release. Link 1 J.K. RowlingLink 2 J.K. Rowling
July 17, 1941 - The longest hitting streak in baseball history ended when the Cleveland Indians pitchers held New York Yankee Joe DiMaggio hitless for the first time in 57 games.
July 17, 1997 After 117 years, the Woolworth Corp. closed its last 400 stores. Link 1 Woolworth Link 2 Woolworth Building July 18, 1927 - Ty Cobb set a major league baseball record by getting his 4,000th career hit. He hit 4,191 before he retired in 1928. Link 1 Ty Cobb July 18, 1936 The first Oscar Meyer Wienermobile rolled out of General Body Company’s factory in Chicago, IL. Link 1 Oscar Meyer Wienermobile Link 2 Oscar Meyer Wienermobile Link 1 The Rosetta Stone Link 2 The Rosetta Stone July 19, 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.Link 1 Geraldine Ferraro Link 2 Geraldine Ferraro July 20, 1881 Sioux Indian leader Sitting Bull, a fugitive since the Battle of the Little Big Horn, surrendered to federal troops. Link 1 Sioux Indian leader Sitting BullLink 2 Sioux Indian leader Sitting Bull July 20, 1944 U.S. President Roosevelt was nominated for an unprecedented fourth term of office at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Link 1 U.S. President RooseveltLink 2 Einstein's Letter to President Roosevelt
July 20, 1947 - The National Football League (NFL) ruled that no professional team could sign a player who had college eligibility remaining.
Link 1 Neil Armstrong Link 2 Edwin E. Aldrin, Jr Link 1 HankAaron July 21, 1942 The first detachment of the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps, (WACS) began basic training at Fort Des Moines, Iowa. Link 1 Women's Army Auxiliary CorpsLink 2 Women's Army Auxiliary Corps July 22, 1934 John Dillinger was mortally wounded by FBI agents at the Biograph Theatre in Chicago, IL. Link 1 John Dillinger Link 2 John Dillinger July 22, 1975 Confederate General Robert E. Lee had his U.S. citizenship restored by the U.S. Congress.Link 1 Confederate General Robert E. Lee Link 2 Confederate General Robert E. Lee
Link 1 17th moon orbiting Jupiter Link 2 17th moon orbiting Jupiter
Link 1 Steve Brodie, a New York saloonkeeper Link 2 Steve Brodie, a New York saloonkeeper
Link 1 The submarine Nautilus Link 2 The submarine Nautilus July 24, 1978 Billy Martin was fired for the first of three times as the manager of the New York Yankees baseball team.Link 1 Billy Martin Link 2 Billy Martin July 24, 1984 Terry Bradshaw retired from the National Football League. Link 1 Terry BradshawLink 2 Terry Bradshaw July 25, 1952 Puerto Rico became a self-governing commonwealth of the U.S. Link 1 Puerto RicoLink 2 Puerto Rico
Link 2 Pete Rose July 26, 1999 1,500 pieces of Marilyn Monroe's personal items went on display at Christie's in New York, NY. The items went on sale later in 1999.Link 1 Christie's in New York Link 2 Marilyn Monroe July 27, 1804 The 12th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified. With the amendment Electors were directed to vote for a President and for a Vice-President rather than for two choices for President. Link 1 The 12th Amendment to the U.S. ConstitutionLink 2 The 12th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution July 27, 1940 Bugs Bunny made his official debut in the Warner Bros. animated cartoon "A Wild Hare." Link 1 Bugs BunnyLink 2 Bugs Bunny
Link 2 Boston Celtics July 27, 1998 - Robert Vaughn received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Link 1 Robert VaughnLink 2 Robert Vaughn July 28, 1866 The metric system was legalized by the U.S. Congress for the standardization of weights and measures throughout the United States. Link 1 The metric systemLink 2 The metric system July 28, 1951 - The Walt Disney film "Alice in Wonderland" was released. Link 1 "Alice in Wonderland"Link 2 "Alice in Wonderland" July 29, 2005 Astronomers announced that they had discovered a new planet larger than Pluto in orbit around the sun. Link 2 New planet larger than Pluto
Link 1 The USS Indianapolis Link 2 New planet larger than Pluto July 31, 1928 MGM’s Leo the lion roared for the first time. He introduced MGM’s first talking picture, "White Shadows on the South Seas."Link 1 MGM’s Leo the lion Link 2 MGM’s Leo the lion July 31, 1932 Enzo Ferrari retired from racing. In 1950 he launched a series of cars under his name.Link 1 Enzo Ferrari Link 2 Enzo Ferrari July 31, 1961 The first tie in All-Star Game major league baseball history was recorded when it was stopped in the 9th inning due to rain at Boston's Fenway Park. Link 1 Tie in All-Star Game major league baseballJuly 31, 1998 Nicolas Cage received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Link 1 Nicolas Cage Link 2 Nicolas Cage August 1, 1957 The North American Air Defense Command (NORAD) was created by the United States and Canada.Link 1 North American Air Defense Command (NORAD) Link 2 North American Air Defense Command (NORAD)
Link 1 Charles Joseph Whitman Link 2 Charles Joseph Whitman August 1, 1973 The movie "American Graffiti" opened. Link 1 "American Graffiti" Link 2 "American Graffiti" August 1, 1975 The Helsinki accords pledged the signatory nations to respect human rights. Link 1 The Helsinki accords Link 2 The Helsinki accords August 1, 1993 - Reggie Jackson was admitted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY. Link 1 Reggie JacksonLink 2 Reggie Jackson
Link 1 "Wild Bill" Hickok Link 2 "Wild Bill" Hickok August 2, 1921 Eight White Sox players were acquitted of throwing the 1919 World Series. Link 1 Black SoxLink 2 Black Sox August 2, 1987 "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" was re-released. The film was 50 years old at the time of its re-release. Link 1 "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" Link 2 "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" August 3, 1923 Calvin Coolidge was sworn in as the 30th president of the U.S. after the sudden death of President Harding. Link 1 Calvin Coolidge Link 2 Calvin Coolidge
Link 1 Arthur Bremer Link 2 George Wallace, the governor of Alabama August 5, 1924 - In the New York "Daily News" debuted the comic strip "Little Orphan Annie," by Harold Gray.Link 1 "Little Orphan Annie," Link 2 "Little Orphan Annie,"
Link 2 Tank McNamara
Link 2 David Crosby August 6, 1890 - Cy Young achieved his first major league victory. He would accumulate 511 in his career. Link 1 Cy Young Link 2 Cy Young August 6, 1945 - The American B-29 bomber, known as the Enola Gay, dropped the first atomic bomb on an inhabited area. The bomb named "Little Boy" was dropped over the center of Hiroshima, Japan. An estimated 140,000 people were killed. Link 1Enola Gay Link 2 Enola Gay, dropped the first atomic bomb
August 6, 1981 - Lee Trevino was disqualified from the PGA Championship in Duluth, GA when he had his scorecard signed by Tom Weiskopf instead of himself. Link 1 Lee TrevinoLink 2 Lee Trevino
Link 1Kon-Tiki Link 2 Kon-Tiki
Link 1Thomas Edison Link 2 Mimeograph
Link 1Charles Manson Link 2 Charles Manson August 9, 1975 - The New Orleans Superdome as officially opened when the Saints played the Houston Oilers in exhibition football. The new Superdome cost $163 million to build. Link 1 The New Orleans SuperdomeLink 2 The New Orleans Superdome August 9, 2002 - Jason Priestly crashed his car during practice for a race in the Infiniti Pro Series. He suffered a spinal fracture, a moderate concussion, a broken nose, facial lacerations and broken bones in both feet. Link 1 Jason PriestlyLink 2 Jason Priestly August 9, 1974 U.S. President Richard Nixon formally resigned. Gerald R. Ford took his place, and became the 38th president of the U.S.Link 1 President Richard Nixon Link 2 Gerald R. Ford August 10, 1846 The Smithsonian Institution was chartered by the U.S. Congress. The "Nation's Attic" was made possible by $500,000 given by scientist Joseph Smithson. Link 1 The Smithsonian InstitutionLink 2 The Smithsonian Institution August 10, 1921 Franklin D. Roosevelt was stricken with polio. Link 1 Franklin D. RooseveltLink 2 Franklin D. Roosevelt
Link 2 British Prime Minister Winston Churchill August 11, 1984 - The Cincinnati Reds honored major league All-Star and Hall of Fame catcher Johnny Bench by retiring his uniform (#5). Link 1 Hall of Fame catcher Johnny BenchLink 2 Hall of Fame catcher Johnny Bench August 12, 1656 "King Phillip's War" came to an end with the killing of Indian chief King Phillip. The war between the Indians and the Europeans lasted for two years.Link 1 "King Phillip's War" Link 2 "King Phillip's War"
August 12, 1964 - Mickey Mantle set a major league baseball record when he hit home runs from both the left and ride sides of the plate in the same game. Link 1 Mickey Mantle Link 2 Mickey Mantle August 12, 1992 The U.S., Canada, and Mexico announced that the North American Free Trade Agreement had been created after 14 months of negotiations. Link 1 North American Free Trade Agreement Link 2 North American Free Trade Agreement August 13, 1932 Adolf Hitler refused to take the post of vice-chancellor of Germany. He said he was going to hold out "for all or nothing." Link 1 Adolf Hitler Link 2 Adolf Hitler August 13, 1985 - The engagement of Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenagger was announced.Link 1 Maria Shriver Link 2 Arnold Schwarzenagger August 14, 1756 - Daniel Boone married 16-year-old Rebecca Bryan. Link 1 Daniel Boone Link 2 Daniel Boone August 14, 1953 - The whiffle ball was invented. Link 1 whiffle ball Link 2 whiffle ball August 14, 1994 International terrorist "Carlos the Jackal" was captured in Sudan. The next day he was extradited to France. Link 1 Carlos the Jackal Link 2 Carlos the Jackal
Link 1 Thomas Edison Link 2 Thomas Edison August 15, 1935 - Will Rogers and Wiley Post were killed in an airplane crash in near Point Barrow, AK. Link 1 Will Rogers Link 2 Will Rogers
Link 1 "The Wizard of Oz" Link 2 "The Wizard of Oz August 16, 1829 - The "Siamese twins," Chang and Eng Bunker, arrived in Boston, MA. They had come to the Western world to be exhibited. They were 18 years old and joined at the waist. Link 1 "Siamese twins," Chang and Eng Bunker Link 2 "Siamese twins," Chang and Eng Bunker
Link 1 Charles F. Kettering Link 2 Charles F. Kettering August 17, 1973 - Lee Trevino got the first hole in one of his career at the U.S.I. Golf Classic, in Sutton, MA. Link 1 Lee Trevino Link 2 Lee Trevino
Link 1 Anti-Cigarette League of America Link 2 Anti-Cigarette League of America August 18, 1980 - George Brett of the Kansas City Royal's had his batting average reach the .400 mark. Link 1 George Brett Link 2 George Brett August 19, 1909 - The first car race to be run on brick occurred at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.Link 1 Indianapolis Motor Speedway Link 2 Indianapolis Motor Speedway August 19, 1921 - Gene Roddenberry was born in El Paso, Texas. Roddenberry's first career was as an airline pilot. Later, he created the TV series Star Trek.Link 1 Gene Roddenberry Link 2 Gene Roddenberry August 19, 1960 - Francis Gary Powers, an American U-2 pilot, was convicted of espionage in Moscow.Link 1 Francis Gary Powers Link 2 Francis Gary Powers
August 20, 1945 - Tommy Brown of the Brooklyn Dodgers became the youngest player to hit a home run in a major league ball game. Brown was 17 years, 8 months and 14 days old. Link 1 Tommy Brown of the Brooklyn Dodgers Link 2 Tommy Brown of the Brooklyn Dodgers August 21, 1878 - The American Bar Association was formed by a group of lawyers, judges and law professors in Saratoga, NY. Link 1 American Bar Association Link 2 American Bar Association August 21, 1940 - Exiled Communist revolutionary Leon Trotsky died in Mexico City from wounds that had inflicted by an assassin. Link 1 Leon Trotsky Link 2 Leon Trotsky August 21, 1997 - Cicely Tyson received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Link 1 Cicely Tyson Link 2 Cicely Tyson August 22, 1567 - The "Council of Blood" was established by the Duke of Alba. This was the beginning of his reign of terror in the Netherlands. Link 1 "Council of Blood" by the Duke of Alba Link 2 "Council of Blood"
by the Duke of Alba
Link 1 Leonardo da Vinci Link 2 Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa" August 22, 1973 - Henry Kissinger was named Secretary of State by U.S. President Nixon. Kissinger won the Nobel Peace Prize in the same year. Link 1 Henry Kissinger Link 2 Henry Kissinger
Link 1 Karen Silkwood Link 2 Karen Silkwood August 22, 2004 - In Oslo, Norway, a version of Edvard Munch's "The Scream" and his work "Madonna" were stolen from the Munch Museum. This version of "The Scream," one of four different versions, was a tempera painting on board. Link 1 Edvard Munch's "The Scream" Link 2 Edvard Munch's "The Scream" August 24, 1981 - Mark David Chapman was sentenced to 20 years to life in prison for the murder of John Lennon. Link 1 Mark David Chapman Link 2 Mark David Chapman August 25, 1875 - Captain Matthew Webb swam from Dover, England, to Calais, France making him the first person to swim the English Channel. The feat took about 22 hours. Link 1 Captain Matthew Webb Link 2 Captain Matthew Webb Link 1 Ben Hogan Link 2 Ben Hogan
Link 1The Turin shroud believed to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ Link 2 The Turin shroud believed to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ August 27, 1921 The owner of Acme Packing Company bought a pro football team for Green Bay, WI. J.E. Clair paid tribute to those who worked in his plant by naming the team the Green Bay Packers. (NFL) Link 1 Green Bay Packers Link 2 Green Bay Packers August 27, 1986 Nolan Ryan, while with the Houston Astros, earned his 250th career win against the Chicago Cubs. Link 1 Nolan Ryan Link 2 Nolan Ryan August 28, 1883 Slavery was banned by the British Parliament throughout the British Empire.Link 1 Slavery Link 2 Slavery August 28, 1963 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., gave his "I Have a Dream" speech at a civil rights rally in Washington, DC. More than 200,000 people attended. Link 1 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Link 2 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Link 1 Jim Bakker PTL Link 2 Jim Bakker PTL August 29, 1967 The final episode of "The Fugitive" aired.Link 1 "The Fugitive" Link 2 "The Fugitive" August 29, 1977 Lou Brock brought his total of stolen bases to 893. The record he beat was held by Ty Cobb for 49 years. Link 1 Lou Brock Link 2 Lou Brock August 30, 1780 General Benedict Arnold secretly promised to surrender the West Point fort to the British army. Link 1 General Benedict Arnold Link 2 General Benedict Arnold
Link 1 Leona Helmsley Link 2 Leona Helmsley August 30, 1993 On CBS-TV "The Late Show with David Letterman" premiered. Link 1 "The Late Show with David Letterman" Link 2 "The Late Show with David Letterman"
Link 1 "Jack the Ripper" Link 2 "Jack the Ripper" August 31, 1940 Lawrence Olivier and Vivian Leigh were married. Link 1 Lawrence Olivier Link 2 Vivian Leigh
Link 1 Superman Link 2 Superman August 31, 1959 Sandy Koufax set a National League record by striking out 18 batters. Link 1 Sandy Koufax Link 2 Sandy Koufax August 31, 1962 The Caribbean nations Tobago and Trinidad became independent within the British Commonwealth. Link 1 Tobago and Trinidad Link 2 Tobago and Trinidad
September 1, 1969 Col. Moammar qaddhafi came into power in Libya after the government was overthrown. Link 1 Col. Moammar Qaddhafi Link 2 Col. Moammar Qaddhafi September 2, 1901 Theodore Roosevelt, then Vice President, said "Speak softly and carry a big stick" in a speech at the Minnesota State Fair.Link 1 Theodore Roosevelt Link 2 Theodore Roosevelt September 2, 1945 Japan surrendered to the U.S. aboard the USS Missouri, ending World War II. The war ended six years and one day after it began. Link 1 USS Missouri Link 2 USS Missouri September 2, 1973 Billy Martin was fired as manager of the Detroit Tigers. Martin was relieved of his duties three days after ordering his pitchers to throw spitballs against Cleveland Indians batters. Link 1 Billy Martin Link 2 Billy Martin September 2, 1985 It was announced that the Titanic had been found on September 1 by a U.S. and French expedition 560 miles off Newfoundland. The luxury liner had been missing for 73 years. Link 1 Titanic Link 2 Titanic September 3, 1994 In Alaska, two teenagers were exiled by an American Indian Tribal panel. The teenagers were sent to an uninhabited island for one year for beating and robbing a pizza deliveryman. Link 1 American Indian Tribal Link 2 American Indian Tribal September 4, 1888 George Eastman registered the name "Kodak" and patented his roll-film camera. The camera took 100 exposures per roll. Link 1 George Eastman Link 2 George Eastman September 4, 1967 - "Gilligan's Island" aired for the last time on CBS-TV. It ran for 98 shows. Link 1 "Gilligan's Island" Link 2 "Gilligan's Island" September 4, 1993 Jim Abbott, pitcher for the New York Yankees, pitched a no-hitter. Abbott had been born without a right hand. Link 1 Jim Abbott Link 2 Jim Abbott September 4, 1997 Three Buddhist nuns acknowledged in testimony to the U.S. Senate that their temple outside Los Angeles illegally reimbursed donors after a fund-raiser attended by Vice President Al Gore, and later destroyed or altered records. Link 1 Three Buddhist nuns illegally reimbursed donors Link 2 Buddhist September 5, 1975 A Secret Service agent foiled an assassination attempt against U.S. President Gerald R. Ford. Lynette A. "Squeaky" Fromme was a follower of Charles Manson, who was incarcerated at the time. 17 days later, Sara Jane Moore attempted to assassinate Ford. Link 1 U.S. President Gerald R. Ford Link 2 U.S. President Gerald R. Ford
Link 1 Mattel Toy Corporation Link 2 Mattel Toy Corporation September 7, 1986 Dan Marino of the Miami Dolphins threw his 100th career touchdown pass, in only his 44th NFL game, which set a NFL record. Link 1 Dan Marino Link 2 Dan Marino September 7, 1986 Desmond Tutu was the first black to be installed to lead the Anglican Church in southern Africa. Link 1 Desmond Tutu Link 2 Desmond Tutu
Link 1 Ernest Hemingway Link 2 Ernest Hemingway
Link 1 John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Link 2 John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts September 8, 1998 Mark McGwire, of the St. Louis Cardinals, hit his 62nd home run of the season. He had beaten a record that had stood for 37 years by Roger Maris. McGwire would eventually reach 70 home runs on September 27. Link 1 Mark McGwire Link 2 Mark McGwire September 9, 1919 Alexander Graham Bell and Casey Baldwin's HD-4, a hydrofoil craft, set a world marine speed record. Link 1 Alexander Graham Bell Link 2 Alexander Graham Bell September 9, 1965 Sandy Koufax of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitched the eighth perfect game in major league baseball history.Link 1 Sandy Koufax Link 2 Sandy Koufax September 9, 1976 Communist Chinese leader Mao Tse-tung died at the age of 82.Link 1 Communist Chinese leader Mao Tse-tung Link 2 Communist Chinese leader Mao Tse-tung
Link 1 Tracy Austin Link 2 Tracy Austin September 9, 1997 Sinn Fein, the IRA's political ally, formally renounced violence as it took its place in talks on Northern Ireland's future. Link 1 Sinn Fein, the IRA's political ally Link 2 Sinn Fein, the IRA's political ally
Link 1 Swanson Link 2 TV dinner September 10, 1955 "Gunsmoke" premiered on CBS.Link 1 "Gunsmoke" Link 2 "Gunsmoke" September 10, 2002 Switzerland became the 190th member of the United Nations. Link 1 Switzerland Link 2 United Nations September 11, 1954 The Miss America beauty pageant made its network TV debut on ABC. Miss California, Lee Ann Meriwether, was the winner. Link 1 The Miss America beauty pageant Link 2 The Miss America beauty pageant September 11, 1959 The U.S. Congress passed a bill authorizing the creation of food stamps. Link 1 Food stamps Link 2 Food stamps September 11, 1964 "Friday Night Fights" was seen for the last time. Link 1 Friday Night Fights Link 2 Friday Night
Fight New
Link 1 The Lascaux paintings Link 2 The Lascaux paintings September 12, 1984 Michael Jordan signed a seven-year contract to play basketball with the Chicago Bulls. Link 1 Michael Jordan Link 2 Michael Jordan September 13, 1993 "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" premiered on NBC. Link 1 Late Night with Conan O'Brien Link 2 Late Night with Conan O'Brien September 14, 1978 "Mork & Mindy" premiered on ABC-TV. Link 1 Mork & Mindy Link 2 Mork & Mindy
Link 1 "USA Today" Link 2 "USA Today" September 17, 1920 The American Professional Football Association was formed in Canton, OH. It was the precursor to the National Football League (NFL).Link 1 American Professional Football Association Link 2 American Professional Football Association September 17, 1953 Ernie Banks became the first black baseball player to wear a Chicago Cubs uniform. He retired in 1971 known as 'Mr. Cub'. Link 1 Ernie Banks Link 2 Ernie Banks September 18, 1763 It was reported, by the Boston Gazette, that the first piano had been built in the United States. The instrument was named the spinet and was made by John Harris. Link 1 www.bluebookofpianos.com/ Link 2 www.pianoworld.com/
Link 1 Patricia Hearst Link 2Patricia Hearst September 18, 2003 Robert Duvall received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.Link 1 Robert Duvall Link 2 Robert Duvall September 19, 1881 James A. Garfield died of wounds from an assassin. The 20th U.S. president lived for 11 weeks after the wounds were inflicted. Link 1 U.S. President James A. Garfield Link 2 U.S. President James A. Garfield
Link 1 Electoral Act 1893 Link 2 Voting Rights
Link 1 Gold Standard Link 2 Gold Standard September 21, 1937 J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" was first published. Link 1 J.R.R. Tolkien Link 2 J.R.R. Tolkien
September 21, 1970 "NFL Monday Night Football" made its debut on ABC-TV. The game was between the Cleveland Browns and the New York Jets. The Browns won 31-21. Link 1 NFL Monday Night Football Link 2 NFL Monday Night Football September 22, 1862 U.S. President Lincoln issued the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. It stated that all slaves held within rebel states would be free as of January 1, 1863. Link 1 Emancipation Proclamation Link 2 Emancipation Proclamation September 22, 1914 Three British cruisers were sunk by one German submarine in the North Sea. 1,400 British sailors were killed. This event alerted the British to the effectiveness of the submarine. Link 1 Submarine Link 2 Submarine September 22, 1964 "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." debuted on NBC-TV. Link 1 "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." Link 2 "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." September 22, 1969 Willie Mays hit his 600th career home run. Link 1 Willie Mays Link 2 Willie Mays September 23, 1939 Sigmund Freud died in London. He was recognized as the founder of psychoanalysis. Link 1 Sigmund Freud Link 2 Sigmund Freud September 23, 1962 "The Jetsons" premiered on ABC-TV. It was the first program on the network to be carried in color.Link 1 "The Jetsons" Link 2 "The Jetsons" September 24, 1938 Don Budge became the first tennis player to win all four of the major titles when he won the U.S. Tennis Open. He had already won the Australian Open, the French Open and the British Open.Link 1 Don Budge Link 2 Don Budge September 24, 1968 "60 Minutes" premiered on CBS-TV. Link 1 "60 Minutes" Link 2 "60 Minutes" September 24, 1969 The trial began for the "Chicago Eight," who were accused of inciting riots at the 1968 Democratic national convention.Link 1 "Chicago Eight,"(Seven) Link 2 "Chicago Eight,"(Seven)
Link 1 Dr. Seuss. Link 2 Dr. Seuss. September 25, 1789 The first U.S. Congress adopted 12 amendments to the Constitution. Ten of the amendments became the Bill of Rights. Link 1 Bill of Rights Link 2 Bill of Rights
Link 1 Mormon President Wilford Woodruff Link 2 Mormon President Wilford Woodruff
Link 1 Melissa Ludtke Link 2 Melissa Ludtke
Link 1 Gregory Kingsley. He had sought a divorce from his biological parents Link 2 Gregory Kingsley. He had sought a divorce from his biological parents
September 26, 1908 Ed Reulbach of the Chicago Cubs became the first baseball player to pitch both games of a doubleheader and win both with shutouts. Link 1 Ed Reulbach Link 2 Ed Reulbach September 26, 1986 William H. Rehnquist became chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court following the retirement of Warren Burger. Link 1 William H. Rehnquist Link 2 William H. Rehnquist September 27, 1954 The "Tonight!" show made its debut on NBC-TV with Steve Allen as host. Link 1 The Tonight Show Link 2 The Tonight Show
September 27, 1983 Larry Bird signed a seven-year contract with the Boston Celtics worth $15 million. The contract made him the highest paid Celtic in history. Link 1 Larry Bird Link 2 Larry Bird September 28, 1850 U.S. President Millard Fillmore named Brigham Young the first governor of the Utah territory. In 1857, U.S. President James Buchanan removed Young from the position. Link 1 U.S. President Millard Fillmore Link 2 Brigham Young September 30, 1951 "The Red Skelton Show" debuted on NBC-TV. Link 1 "The Red Skelton Show" Link 2 "The Red Skelton Show"
October 1, 1903 The first modern World Series took place between the Boston Pilgrims and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Link 1 Boston Pilgrims ?? Link 2 Boston Pilgrims ?? October 1, 1908 The Model T automobile was introduced by Henry Ford. The purchase price of the car was $850. Link 1 The Model T Link 2 Henry Ford October 2, 1919 U.S. President Woodrow Wilson suffered a stroke that left him partially paralyzed.Link 1 U.S. President Woodrow Wilson Link 2 U.S. President Woodrow Wilson October 2, 1947 The Federatino Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) formally established Formula One racing in Grand Prix competition. Link 1 Formula One racing in Grand Prix Link 2 Formula One racing in Grand Prix October 2, 1950 "Peanuts," the comic strip created by Charles M. Schulz, was published for the first time in seven newspapers.Link 1 Charles M. Schulz Link 2 www.snoopy.com/ October 2, 1959 "The Twilight Zone" debuted on CBS-TV. The show ran for 5 years for a total of 154 episodes. Link 1 "The Twilight Zone" Link 2 "The Twilight Zone"
Link 1 St. Francis of Assisi Link 2 St. Francis of Assisi October 3, 1941 Adolf Hitler stated in a speech that Russia was "broken" and they "would never rise again." Link 1 Adolf Hitler Link 2 Adolf Hitler October 3, 1974 Frank Robinson took over the management position of the Cleveland Indians baseball team. He was the first black manager in major league baseball. Link 1 Frank Robinson Link 2 Frank Robinson
Link 1 O.J. Simpson Trial Link 2 O.J. Simpson Trial October 3, 2003 Ray Horn, of the duo "Siegfried & Roy," was attacked by tiger during a performance. Roy survived the attack after being dragged offstage. The tiger, a 7-year-old male named Montecore, was debuting in his first show. Link 1 "Siegfried & Roy," Link 2 "Siegfried & Roy," October 4, 1895 The first U.S. Open golf tournament took place in Newport, RI. Horace Rawlins, 19 years old, won the tournament. Link 1 U.S. Open golf tournament Link 2 www.pga.com/ October 4, 1940 Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini met in the Alps at Brenner Pass. Hitler was seeking help from Italy to fight the British. Link 1 Benito Mussolini Link 2 Benito Mussolini
Link 1 Pope Paul VI Link 2 Pope Paul VI October 5, 1969 "Monty Python's Flying Circus" debuted on BBC television. Link 1 "Monty Python's Flying Circus" Link 2 "Monty Python's Flying Circus" October 6, 1961 U.S. president John F. Kennedy advised American families to build or buy bomb shelters to protect them in the event of a nuclear exchange with the Soviet Union. Link 1 U.S. president John F. Kennedy Link 2 U.S. president John F. Kennedy October 7, 1994 U.S. President Clinton dispatched an aircraft carrier to the Persian Gulf when Iraqi troops were spotted moving toward Kuwait. The U.S. Army was also put on alert. Link 1 U.S. President Clinton Link 2 U.S. President Clinton October 7, 2003 In California, Arnold Schwarzenegger was elected governor in the recall election of Governor Gray Davis. Link 1 Arnold Schwarzenegger Link 2 Arnold Schwarzenegger October 8, 1871 The Great Fire of Chicago broke out destroying about 17,450 buildings. About 250 people were killed and 90,000 were left homeless. Link 1 The Great Fire of Chicago Link 2The Great Fire of Chicago
Link 1 Oskar Schindler Link 2 Oskar Schindler October 8, 1981 U.S. President Reagan greeted former Presidents Carter, Ford and Nixon to the White House. The group was preparing to leave for Egypt to attend the funeral of Anwar Sadat. Link 1 U.S. President Reagan Link 2 U.S. President Reagan speech about the funeral of Anwar Sadat October 9, 2000 Brett Hull (Dallas Stars) scored his 611th National Hockey League (NHL) goal. The goal allowed him to pass his father, Bobby Hull, on the all time scoring list bringing him to number 9.Link 1 Brett Hull Link 2 Brett Hull October 9, 2003 Britain's Queen Elizabeth II knighted Roger Moore and made Sting a CBE (Commander of the British Empire).Link 1 Order_of_the_British_Empire Link 2 Roger Moore October 10, 1965 The Red Baron made his first appearance in the "Peanuts" comic strip. Link 1 The Red Baron October 10, 1973 U.S. Vice President Spiro Agnew resigned after being charged with federal income tax evasion. Link 1 U.S. Vice President Spiro Agnew Link 2 U.S. Vice President Spiro Agnew October 10, 1977 Joe Namath played the last game of his National Football League (NFL) career. Link 1 Joe Namath Link 2 Joe Namath October 11, 1975 "Saturday Night Live" was broadcast for the first time. George Carlin was the guest host. Link 1 "Saturday Night Live" Link 2 "Saturday Night Live"
Link 1 Casimir Pulaski Link 2 Casimir Pulaski
Link 1 Meriwether Lewis Link 2 Meriwether Lewis October 11, 1984 Mario Lemieux (Pittsburgh Penguins) made his debut in the National Hockey League (NHL) against the Boston Bruins. He scored a goal on his first shot on his first NHL shift. Link 1 Mario Lemieux Link 2 Mario Lemieux
October 13, 1960 The World Series ended on a home run for the first time. Bill Mazeroski's homerun allowed the Pirates to beat the Yankees. Link 1 Bill Mazeroski Link 2 Bill Mazeroski October 13, 1995 Walt Disney World Resort admitted its 500-millionth guest. Link 1 Walt Disney World Resort Link 2 Walt Disney World Resort October 14, 1926 The book "Winnie-the-Pooh," by A.A. Milne, made its debut.Link 1 A.A. Milne Link 2 A.A. Milne October 14, 1944 German Field Marshal Erwin Rommel committed suicide rather than face execution after being accused of conspiring against Adolf Hitler and the execution that would follow.Link 1 German Field Marshal Erwin Rommel Link 2 German Field Marshal Erwin Rommel October 14, 1947 Over Rogers Dry Lake in Southern California, pilot Chuck Yeager flew the Bell X-1 rocket plane and became the first person to break the sound barrier. Link 1 Bell X-1 rocket plane Link 2 Chuck Yeager October 14, 1954 C.B. DeMille's "The Ten Commandments", starring Charlton Heston, began filming in Egypt. The epic had a cast of 25,000 people. Link 1 C.B. DeMille's "The Ten Commandments" Link 2 C.B. DeMille's "The Ten Commandments" October 14, 1984 George ‘Sparky’ Anderson became the first baseball manager to win 100 games and a World Series in both leagues. (MLB) Link 1 George ‘Sparky’ Anderson Link 2 George ‘Sparky’ Anderson October 15, 1917 Mata Hari was executed by a French firing squad. Hari was a Dutch dancer that had spied for Germany. Link 1 Mata Hari Link 2 Mata Hari October 16, 1793 During the French Revolution, Queen Marie Antoinette was beheaded. Link 1 Queen Marie Antoinette Link 2 Queen
Marie Antoinette
Link 1 Chicago's subway system Link 2 Chicago's subway system October 17, 1888 The first issue of "National Geographic Magazine" was released at newsstands. Link 1 "National Geographic Magazine" Link 2 "National Geographic Magazine" October 17, 1931 Al Capone was convicted on income tax evasion and was sentenced to 11 years in prison. He was released in 1939. Link 1 Al Capone Link 2 Al Capone October 17, 1973 The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) began an oil-embargo against several countries including the U.S. and Great Britain. The incident stemmed from Western support of Israel when Egypt and Syria attacked the nation on October 6, 1973. The embargo lasted until March of 1974. Link 1 www.opec.org/ Link 2 Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) October 17, 2000 Patrick Roy (Colorado Avalanche) achieved his 448th victory as a goalie in the NHL. Roy passed Terry Sawchuck to become the record holder for career victories. Link 1 Colorado Avalanche Link 2 Patrick Roy (Colorado Avalanche) October 18, 1867 The U.S. took formal possession of Alaska from Russia. The land was purchased of a total of $7 million dollars (2 cents per acre). Link 1 Alaska Link 2 Alaska October 18, 1950 Connie Mack announced that he was going to retire after 50 seasons as the manager of the Philadelphia Athletics. Link 1 Connie Mack Link 2 Connie Mack October 18, 1961 Henri Matisse's "Le Bateau" went on display at New York's Museum of Modern Art. It was discovered 46 days later that the painting had been hanging upside down. Link 1 Henri Matisse Link 2 Henri Matisse October 18, 1968 Two black athletes, Tommie Smith and John Carlos, were suspended by the U.S. Olympic Committee for giving a "black power" salute during a ceremony in Mexico City. Link 1 Tommie Smith and John Carlos Link 2 Tommie Smith and John Carlos October 21, 1959 The Guggenheim Museum was opened to the public in New York. The building was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.Link 1 The Guggenheim Museum Link 2 The Guggenheim Museum October 21, 1994 North Korea and the U.S. signed an agreement requiring North Korea to halt its nuclear program and agree to inspections. Link 1 United States & North Korea Link 2 United States & North Korea October 21, 2003 North Korea rejected U.S. President Bush's offer of a written pledge not to attack in exchange for the communist nation agreeing to end its nuclear weapons program. Link 1 United States & North Korea Link 2 United States & North Korea October 22, 1934 Charles "Pretty Boy" Floyd, the notorious bank robber, was shot and killed by Federal agents in East Liverpool, OH. Link 1 Charles "Pretty Boy" Floyd Link 2 Charles "Pretty Boy" Floyd October 22, 1836 Sam Houston was inaugurated as the first constitutionally elected president of the Republic of Texas. Link 1 Sam Houston Link 2 Sam Houston October 22, 1954 The Federal Republic of Germany was invited to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Link 1 The Federal Republic of Germany Link 2 The Federal Republic of Germany October 23, 1869 John (William) Heisman was born. He is recognized as one of the greatest innovators of the game of football. Link 1 John (William) Heisman Link 2 John (William) Heisman
Link 1 Great Depression Link 2 Great Depression October 23, 1930 J.K. Scott won the first miniature golf tournament. The event was held in Chattanooga, TN. Link 1 First miniature golf tournament Link 2 First miniature golf tournament October 23, 1958 Russian poet and novelist Boris Pasternak was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature. He was forced to refuse the honor due to negative Soviet reaction. Pasternak won the award for writing "Dr. Zhivago". Link 1 Russian poet and novelist Boris Pasternak Link 2 Russian poet and novelist Boris Pasternak October 24, 1788 Poet Sarah Josepha Hale was born. She wrote the poem "Mary Had A Little Lamb." Link 1 Poet Sarah Josepha Hale Link 2 Poet Sarah Josepha Hale October 24, 1992 The Toronto Blue Jays became the first non-U.S. team to win the World Series. Link 1 The Toronto Blue Jays Link 2 The Toronto Blue Jays October 24, 1997 In Arlington, VA, former NBC sportscaster Marv Albert was spared a jail sentence after a courtroom apology to the woman he'd bitten during a sexual encounter. Link 1 Marv Albert Link 2 Marv Albert October 25, 1962 American author John Steinbeck was awarded the Nobel Prize in literature. Link 1 American author John Steinbeck Link 2 American author John Steinbeck October 26, 1825 The Erie Canal opened in upstate New York. The 363-mile canal connected Lake Erie and the Hudson River at a cost of $7,602,000. Link 1 The Erie Canal Link 2 The Erie Canal
Link 1 Roland Macy Link 2 Macy's Department Store October 29, 1618 Sir Walter Raleigh was beheaded under a sentence that had been brought against him 15 years earlier for conspiracy against King James I. Link 1 Sir Walter Raleigh Link 2 Sir Walter Raleigh October 29, 1960 Muhammad Ali (Cassius Clay) won his first professional fight. Link 1 Muhammad Ali (Cassius Clay) Link 2 Muhammad Ali (Cassius Clay) October 29, 1995 Jerry Rice of the San Francisco 49ers became the NFL's career leader in receiving yards with 14,040 yards. Link 1 Jerry Rice of the San Francisco 49ers Link 2 Jerry
Rice of the San Francisco 49ers Link 1 John Glenn Link 2 John Glenn October 30, 1938 Orson Welles' "The War of the Worlds" aired on CBS radio. The belief that the realistic radio dramatization was a live news event about a Martian invasion caused panic among listeners. Link 1 Orson Welles Link 2 Orson Welles October 30, 2001 Michael Jordan returned to the NBA with the Washington Wizards after a 3 1/2 year retirement. The Wizards lost 93-91 to the New York Knicks. Link 1 Michael Jordan Link 2 Michael Jordan October 31, 1926 Magician Harry Houdini died of gangrene and peritonitis resulting from a ruptured appendix. His appendix had been damaged twelve days earlier when he had been punched in the stomach by a student unexpectedly. During a lecture Houdini had commented on the strength of his stomach muscles and their ability to withstand hard blows. Link 1 Magician Harry Houdini Link 2 Magician Harry Houdini October 31, 1941 Mount Rushmore was declared complete after 14 years of work. At the time the 60-foot busts of U.S. Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln were finished. Link 1 Mount Rushmore Link 2 Mount Rushmore October 31, 1984 Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was assassinated near her residence by two Sikh security guards. Her son, Rajiv, was sworn in as prime minister.Link 1 Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi Link 2 Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi
November 1, 1894 "Billboard Advertising" was published for the first time. It later became known as "Billboard." Link 1 Billboard magazine Link 2 Billboard magazine November 1, 1936 Benito Mussolini made a speech in Milan, Italy, in which he described the alliance between Italy and Nazi Germany as an "axis" running between Berlin and Rome. Link 1 Benito Mussolini Link 2 Benito Mussolini November 1, 1947 The famous racehorse Man o' War died. Link 1 The famous racehorse Man o' War Link 2 The famous racehorse Man o' War November 1, 1950 Two Puerto Rican nationalists tried to assassinate U.S. President Harry Truman. One of the men was killed when they tried to force their way into Blair House in Washington, DC. Link 1 U.S. President Harry Truman Link 2 U.S. President Harry Truman November 2, 1947 Howard Hughes flew his "Spruce Goose," a huge wooden airplane, for eight minutes in California. It was the plane's first and only flight. The "Spruce Goose," nicknamed because of the white-gray color of the spruce used to build it, never when into production. Link 1 Spruce Goose Link 2 Howard Hughes November 2, 1983 U.S. President Ronald Reagan signed a bill establishing a federal holiday on the third Monday of January in honor of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Link 1 U.S. President Ronald Reagan Link 2 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr November 2, 2001 The computer-animated movie "Monsters, Inc." opened. The film recorded the best debut ever for an animated film and the 6th best of all time. Link 1 "Monsters, Inc." Link 2 "Monsters, Inc." November 4, 1922 In Egypt, Howard Carter discovered the entry of the lost tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamen. Link 1 Howard Carter Link 2 Curse of the Mummy November 5, 1605 The "Gunpowder Plot" attempted by Guy Fawkes failed when he was captured before he could blow up the English Parliament. Guy Fawkes Day is celebrated every November 5th in Britain to celebrate his failure to blow up all the members of Parliament and King James I.Link 1 "Gunpowder Plot" Link 2 "Gunpowder Plot" November 5, 1872 In the U.S., Susan B. Anthony was fined $100 for attempting to vote in the presidential election. She never paid the fine. Link 1 Susan B. Anthony Link 2 Susan B. Anthony November 5, 1944 Lord Moyne, a British official, was assassinated by the Zionist Stern gang in Cairo, Egypt. Link 1 Zionist Stern gang Link 2 Lord Moyne, a British official November 5, 1994 George Foreman, 45, became boxing's oldest heavyweight champion when he knocked out Michael Moorer in the 10th round of their WBA fight in Las Vegas, NV.Link 1 George Foreman Link 2 George Foreman November 6, 1995 Art Modell, the owner of the Cleveland Browns, announced plans to move his team to Baltimore. (NFL) Link 1 Art Modell Link 2 Art Modell
Link 1 Tacoma Narrows Bridge Link 2 Tacoma Narrows Bridge November 7, 1963 Elston Howard, of the New York Yankees, became the first black player to be named the American League's Most Valuable Player. Link 1 Elston Howard, of the New York Yankees Link 2 Elston Howard, of the New York Yankees November 7, 1963 The comedy "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" premiered in Hollywood.Link 1 "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" Link 2 "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World"
Link 1 U.S. Selective Service Commission Link 2 U.S. Selective Service Commission November 8, 1793 The Louvre Museum, in Paris, opened to the public for the first time. Link 1 The Louvre Museum Link 2 The Louvre Museum
Link 1 "Corps of Discovery" Link 2 "Corps of Discovery" November 8, 1923 Adolf Hitler made his first attempt at seizing power in Germany with a failed coup in Munich that came to be known as the "Beer-Hall Putsch." Link 1 "Beer-Hall Putsch." Link 2 "Beer-Hall Putsch." November 10, 1969 "Sesame Street" made its debut on PBS. Link 1 "Sesame Street" Link 2 "Sesame Street" November 10, 1996 Dan Marino (Miami Dolphins) became the first quarterback in NFL history to pass for more than 50,000 yards. Link 1 Dan Marino Link 2 Dan Marino Foundation November 10, 2004 Yusuf Islam (formerly known as Cat Stevens) was awarded the "Man for Peace" prize in Rome at the opening of a meeting of Nobel Peace Prize laureates. Link 1 Yusuf Islam (formerly known as Cat Stevens) Link 2 Yusuf Islam (formerly known as Cat Stevens) November 11, 1831 Nat Turner, a slave and educated minister, was hanged in Jerusalem, VA, after inciting a violent slave uprising. Link 1 Nat Turner, a slave and educated minister Link 2 Nat Turner, a slave and educated minister November 11, 1868 The first indoor amateur track and field meet was held by the New York Athletic Club. Link 1 Amatuer Track and Field Link 2 New York Athletic
Club
Link 1 Armistice Day Link 2 Armistice Day November 12, 1920 Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis was elected the first commissioner of the American and National Leagues. Link 1 Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis Link 2 Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis November 12, 1927 Joseph Stalin became the undisputed ruler of the Soviet Union. Leon Trotsky was expelled from the Communist Party leading to Stalin coming to power.Link 1 Joseph Stalin Link 2 Joseph Stalin November 12, 1940 Walt Disney released "Fantasia."Link 1 Walt Disney "Fantasia" Link 2 Walt Disney "Fantasia"
Link 1 Ellis Island Link 2 Ellis Island November 12, 1972 Don Shula, coach of the Miami Dolphins, became the first NFL head coach to win 100 regular season games in 10 seasons. Link 1 Don Shula, coach of the Miami Dolphins Link 2 Don Shula, coach of the Miami Dolphins November 13, 1805 Johann George Lehner, a Viennese butcher, invented a recipe and called it the "frankfurter." Link 1 Johann George Lehner, a Viennese butcher Link 2 Johann George Lehner, a Viennese butcher November 13, 1977 The comic strip "Li'l Abner" by Al Capp appeared in newspapers for the last time. Link 1 The comic strip "Li'l Abner" Link 2 The comic strip "Li'l Abner" November 13, 1998 U.S. President Clinton agreed to pay Paula Jones $850,000, without an apology or admission of guilt, to throw out her sexual harassment lawsuit. Link 1 U.S. President Clinton Link 2 Paula Jones November 14, 1972 Blue Ribbon Sports became Nike. Link 1 Blue Ribbon Sports Link 2 Blue Ribbon Sports November 14, 1851 Herman Melville's novel "Moby Dick" was first published in the U.S. Link 1 Herman Melville Link 2 Herman Melville November 14, 1881 Charles J. Guiteau's trial began for the assassination of U.S. President Garfield. Guiteau was convicted and hanged the following year. Link 1 Charles J. Guiteau Link 2 U.S. President Garfield November 15, 1777 The Continental Congress approved the Articles of Confederation, precursor to the U.S. Constitution. Link 1 Articles of Confederation Link 2 Articles of Confederation November 15, 1952 In the Peanuts comic strip, Lucy first held a football for Charlie Brown. Link 1 Peanuts comic strip Link 2 Peanuts comic strip November 18, 1951 Chuck Connors (Los Angeles Angels) became the first player to oppose the major league draft. Connors later became the star of the television show "The Rifleman."Link 1 Chuck Connors Link 2 Chuck Connors November 18, 1959 William Wyler's "Ben-Hur" premiered at Loew's Theater in New York City's Times Square.Link 1 "Ben-Hur" Link 2 William Wyler November 18, 1978 In Jonestown, Guyana, Reverend Jim Jones persuaded his followers to commit suicide by drinking a death potion. Some people were shot to death. 914 cult members were left dead including over 200 children. Link 1 Reverend Jim Jones Link 2 Reverend Jim Jones November 18, 1985 Joe Theismann (Washington Redskins) broke his leg after being hit by Lawrence Taylor (New York Giants). The injury ended Theismann's 12 year National Football League (NFL) career. Link 1 Joe Theismann Link 2 Joe Theismann November 19, 1977 Egyptian President Anwar Sadat became the first Arab leader to set foot in Israel on an official visit.Link 1 Egyptian President Anwar Sadat Link 2 Egyptian President Anwar Sadat November 19, 1985 U.S. President Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail S. Gorbachev met for the first time as they began their summit in Geneva. Link 1 U.S. President Reagan Link 2 Soviet leader Mikhail S. Gorbachev November 20, 1818 Simon Bolivar formally declared Venezuela independent of Spain. Link 1 Simon Bolivar Link 2 Simon Bolivar November 20, 1975 After nearly 40 years of absolute rule Spain's General Francisco Franco died. Link 1 Spain's General Francisco Franco Link 2 Spain's General Francisco Franco November 21, 1929 Spanish surrealist Salvador Dali had his first art exhibit. Link 1 Spanish surrealist Salvador Dali Link 2 Spanish surrealist Salvador Dali
Link 1 "Piltdown Man" Link 2 "Piltdown Man" November 21, 1980 An estimated 83 million viewers tuned in to find out "who shot J.R." on the CBS prime-time soap opera Dallas. Kristin was the character that fired the gun. Link 1 Prime-time soap opera Dallas Link 2 Prime-time soap opera Dallas
Link 1 "Blackbeard" Link 2 "Blackbeard" November 22, 1910 Arthur F. Knight patented a steel shaft to replace wood shafts in golf clubs. Link 1 Arthur F. Knight Link 2 Arthur F. Knight
Link 1 China Clipper Link 2 China Clipper November 22, 1950 The lowest scoring game in the NBA was played. The Fort Wayne Pistons (later the Detroit Pistons) defeated the Minneapolis Lakers (later the Los Angeles Lakers) 19-18. Link 1 Fort Wayne Pistons Link 2 Minneapolis Lakers November 22, 1984 Fred Rogers of PBS' "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood" presented a sweater to the Smithsonian Institution. Link 1 PBS' "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood" Link 2 PBS' "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood" November 25, 1867 Alfred Nobel patented dynamite. Link 1 Alfred Nobel Link 2 Dynamite November 25, 1976 O. J. Simpson (Buffalo Bills) ran for 273 yards against the Detroit Lions. Link 1 O.J. Simpson Link 2 O.J. Simpson November 26, 1942 The motion picture "Casablanca" had its world premiere at the Hollywood Theater in New York City.Link 1 "Casablanca" Link 2 "Casablanca" November 26, 1973 - Rose Mary Woods, told a federal court that she was responsible for the 18-1/2 minute gap in a key Watergate tape. Woods was U.S. President Nixon's personal secretary. Link 1 Rose Mary Woods Link 2 Rose Mary Woods November 26, 1975 - Lynette"Squeaky" Fromme was found guilty by a federal jury in Sacramento, CA, for trying to assassinate U.S. President Ford on September 5. Link 1 Lynette"Squeaky" Fromme Link 2 Lynette"Squeaky" Fromme November 27, 1951 Hosea Richardson became the first black horse racing jockey to be licensed in Florida. Link 1 Horseracing Link 2 Jockey November 27, 1973 - The U.S. Senate voted to confirm Gerald R. Ford as vice president after the resignation of Spiro T. Agnew. Link 1 Gerald R. Ford Link 2 Gerald R. Ford November 27, 1980 Dave Williams (Chicago Bears) became the first player in NFL history to return a kick for touchdown in overtime. Link 1 Dave Williams Chicago Bears Link 2 Chicago Bears November 28, 1925 The Grand Ole Opry made its radio debut on station WSM. Link 1 The Grand Ole Opry Link 2 The Grand Ole Opry
Link 1 "Baby Face" Nelson Link 2 "Baby Face" Nelson November 28, 1977 Larry Bird was introduced as "College Basketball's Secret Weapon" with a cover story in Sports Illustrated. (NBA) Link 1 Larry Bird Link 2 Larry Bird November 29, 1929 The first airplane flight over the South Pole was made by U.S. Navy Lt. Comdr. Richard E. Byrd. Link 1 U.S. Navy Lt. Comdr. Richard E. Byrd. Link 2 U.S. Navy Lt. Comdr. Richard E. Byrd. November 29, 1981 Actress Natalie Wood drowned in a boating accident off Santa Catalina Island, CA, at the age 43. Link 1 Actress Natalie Wood Link 2 Actress Natalie Wood November 29, 1986 Actor Cary Grant died at the age of 82. Link 1 Actor Cary Grant Link 2 Actor Cary Grant
Link 1 Father Edward Flanagan Link 2 Father Edward Flanagan December 1, 1955 - Rosa Parks, a black seamstress in Montgomery, AL, refused to give up her seat to a white man. Mrs. Parks was arrested marking a milestone in the civil rights movement in the U.S. Link 1 Rosa Parks Link 2 Rosa Parks December 2, 1804 Napoleon was crowned emperor of France at the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris. Link 1 Napoleon Link 2 Napoleon December 2, 1954 The U.S. Senate voted to condemn Sen. Joseph R. McCarthy for what it called "conduct that tends to bring the Senate into dishonor and disrepute." The censure was related to McCarthy's controversial investigation of suspected communists in the U.S. government, military and civilian society. Link 1 Sen. Joseph R. McCarthy Link 2 Sen. Joseph R. McCarthy December 3, 1950 Paul Harvey began his national radio broadcast. Link 1 Paul Harvey Link 2 Paul Harvey December 3, 1988 Barry Sanders of Oklahoma State University won the Heisman Trophy. Link 1 Barry Sanders Link 2 Barry Sanders December 3, 1997 Pierce Brosnan received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Link 1 Pierce Brosnan Link 2 Pierce Brosnan December 4, 1875 William Marcy Tweed, the "Boss" of New York City's Tammany Hall political organization, escaped from jail and fled from the U.S. Link 1 William Marcy Tweed Link 2 William Marcy Tweed December 4, 1918 U.S. President Woodrow Wilson set sail for France to attend the Versailles Peace Conference. Woodrow became the first chief executive to travel outside the U.S. while in office. Link 1 U.S. President Woodrow Wilson Link 2 U.S. President Woodrow Wilson
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Link 1 "Lost Squadron" disappeared. Five U.S. Navy Avenger bombers Link 2 "Lost Squadron" disappeared. Five U.S. Navy Avenger bombers December 6, 1889 Jefferson Davis died in New Orleans. He was the first and only president of the Confederate States of America. Link 1 Jefferson Davis Link 2 Jefferson Davis December 6, 2002 Winona Ryder was sentenced to 36 months of probation and 480 hours of community service stemming from her conviction for shoplifting from Saks Fifth Avenue. She was also ordered to pay $10,000 in fines and restitution. Link 1 Winona Ryder Link 2 Winona Ryder December 7, 1925 Swimmer Johnny Weissmuller set a world record in the 150-yard freestyle with a time of 1 minute, 25 and 2/5 seconds. He went on to play "Tarzan" in several movies. Link 1 Swimmer Johnny Weissmuller Link 2 Swimmer Johnny Weissmuller December 8, 1952 On the show "I Love Lucy," a pregnancy was acknowledged in a TV show for the first time. Link 1 "I Love Lucy," Link 2 "I Love Lucy,"
Link 1 Norman D. Mayer Link 2 Norman D. Mayer December 8, 1998 The first female ice hockey game in Olympic history was played. Finland beat Sweden 6-0. Link 1 Female ice hockey game in Olympics Link 2 Female ice hockey game in Olympics December 8, 2000 Mario Lemieux announced to the Pittsburgh Penguins that he planned to return to the National Hockey League (NHL) as a player at age 35. He would be the first modern owner-player in U.S. pro sports. Link 1 Mario Lemieux Link 2 Mario Lemieux December 9, 1907 Christmas Seals went on sale for the first time, in the Wilmington, DE, post office. December 9, 1994 U.S. President Clinton fired Surgeon General Joycelyn Elders after learning that she had told a conference that masturbation should be discussed in school as a part of human sexuality. December 9, 1960 The first episode of "Coronation Street" was screened on ITV. December 9, 1803 The 12th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was passed by the U.S. Congress. With the amendment Electors were directed to vote for a President and for a Vice-President rather than for two choices for President. December 9, 1958 In Indianapolis, IN, Robert H.W. Welch Jr. and 11 other men met to form the anti-Communist John Birch Society. December 10, 1990 Industrialist Armand Hammer died at age 92. December 10, 1953 Hugh Hefner published the first "Playboy" magazine with an investment of $7,600. December 11, 2000 Mario Lemeiux, owner of Pittsburgh Penguins, announced that he would end his three-plus year retirement and become an active National Hockey League (NHL) player again. When Lemieux returned officially he became the first owner/player in NHL history. December 11, 1882 Boston's Bijou Theater had its first performance. It was the first American playhouse lit exclusively by electricity. December 12, 1899 George Grant patented the wooden golf tee. December 12, 2000 The Texas Rangers signed Alex Rodriguez to a record breaking 10-year, $252 million contract. The contract amount broke all major league baseball records and all professional sports records. December 12, 1897 The comic strip"The Katzenjammer Kids" (Hans and Fritz), by Rudolph Dirks, appeared in the New York Journal for the first time. December 13, 1998 Gary Anderson (Minnesota Vikings) kicked six field goals against Baltimore. In the game Anderson set an National Football League (NFL) record for 34 straight field goals without a miss. December 14, 1997 Cuban President Fidel Castro declared Christmas 1997 an official holiday to ensure the success of Pope John Paul II's upcoming visit to Cuba. December 15, 1965 Two U.S. manned spacecraft, Gemini 6 and Gemini 7, maneuvered within 10 feet of each other while in orbit around the Earth. December 15, 1982 - Gibraltar's frontier with Spain was opened to pedestrian use after 13 years. December 16, 1996 Britain's agriculture minister announced the slaughter of an additional 100,000 cows thought to be at risk of contracting BSE in an effort to persuade the EU to lift its ban on Britain. December 17, 1969 The U.S. Air Force closed its Project "Blue Book" by concluding that there was no evidence of extraterrestrial spaceships behind thousands of UFO sightings.
December 17, 1939 The German pocket battleship Graf Spee was scuttled by its crew, bringing the World War II Battle of the Rio de la Plata off Uruguay to an end. December 17, 1976 WTCG-TV, Atlanta, GA, changed its call letters to WTBS, and was uplinked via satellite. The station became the first commercial TV station to cover the entire U.S. December 18, 1965 Kenneth LeBel jumped 17 barrels on ice skates. December 19, 1985 Jan Stenerud announced his retirement from the NFL. The football kicker held the record for the most career field goals with 373. December 19, 1996 The school board of Oakland, CA, voted to recognize Black English, also known as "ebonics." The board later reversed its stance. December 19, 1732 Benjamin Franklin began publishing "Poor Richard's Almanac." December 19, 1918 Robert Ripley began his "Believe It or Not" column in "The New York Globe". December 19, 1842 Hawaii's independence was recognized by the U.S. December 20, 1820 The state of Missouri enacted legislation to tax bachelors between the ages of 21-50 for being unmarried. The tax was $1 a year. December 21, 1948 The state of Eire (formerly the Irish Free State) declared its independence. December 21, 1978 Police in Des Plaines, IL, arrested John W. Gacy Jr. and began unearthing the remains of 33 men and boys that Gacy was later convicted of killing. December 21, 1944 Horse racing was banned in the United States until after the end of World War II. December 22, 1939 Gloria Jacobs became the first girl to hold a world pistol record when she shot 299 out of a possible 300 points. She was 17 years old at the time. December 23, 1954 The Walt Disney movie "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" was released. December 24, 1943 U.S. President Roosevelt appointed Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower supreme commander of Allied forces as part of Operation Overlord. December 24, 1953 NBC-TV's "Dragnet" became the first network program to be sponsored. December 24, 1967 Joe Namath (New York Jets) became the first NFL quarterback to pass for 4,000 yards. Link 1 Joe Namath (New York Jets) Link 2 Joe Namath (New York Jets)
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December 25, 1896 John Philip Sousa finally titled the melody "The Stars and Stripes Forever."
December 26, 1986 Doug Jarvis, age 31, set a National Hockey League (NHL) record as he skated in his 916th consecutive game. Jarvis eventually set the individual record for most consecutive games played with 964. Link 1 Doug Jarvis National Hockey League Link 2 Doug
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December 26, 1898 Marie and Pierre Curie discovered radium. Link 1 Marie and Pierre Curie Link 2 Marie and Pierre Curie
December 26, 1991 The Soviet Union's parliament formally voted the country out of existence. December 27, 1831 Charles Darwin set out on a voyage to the Pacific aboard the HMS Beagle. Darwin's discoveries during the voyage helped him form the basis of his theories on evolution. December 27, 1985 Dian Fossey, an American naturalist, was found murdered at a research station in Rawanda. December 27, 1904 James Barrie's play "Peter Pan" premiered in London. December 28, 1945 The U.S. Congress officially recognized the "Pledge of Allegiance." December 28, 1973 The Chamber of Commerce of Akron, OH, terminated its association with the All-American Soap Box Derby. It was stated that the race had become "a victim of cheating and fraud." December 29, 1937 Babe Ruth returned to baseball as the new manager of the Class D, De Land Reds of the Florida State League. Ruth had retired from baseball in 1935. Link 1 Babe Ruth Link 2 Babe Ruth
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