On September 16, 1920, the Wall Street Bombing took place. Sadly, 38 people would lose their lives, while over 300 more were injured. 30 of the fatalities occurred instantly, eight would die later in the hospital. Though conspiracy theories abounded, no group claimed responsibility. The crime remains unsolved to this day. The Bombing Rain was forecast, but business bustled as usual … [Read more...]
Alaska History – Capitol Relocated to Juneau
In September of 1906, Alaska's Capitol was relocated from Sitka to Juneau. Newly appointed governor Wilford B. Hoggatt boarded a steamer and traveled to Juneau. This act would complete the official transfer of Alaska’s “seat of government.” Before, and up until this point, Alaska’s governor held office in Sitka. Alaska's Governor Leaves Sitka Alaska, though not yet a state, became … [Read more...]
The First Moon Landing
On this day in U.S. History: On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to ever land on the moon. Within 6.5 hours, Armstrong took his first steps on the moon’s surface. As he strode, he famously stated, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” The Mission On May 25, 1961, President John F. Kennedy called a special joint session of … [Read more...]
U.S. Supreme Court Rules on Miranda v. Arizona
This day in U.S. History: On June 13, 1966, the U.S. Supreme Court rules on the Miranda v. Arizona case. The Court found Miranda's confession to be illegitimate. Further, the Supreme Court found Miranda's right violated under the 5th and 6th Amendments. The decision came down to a 5-4 vote in the U.S. Supreme Court. Miranda v. Arizona: The Case On March 13, 1963, police arrested … [Read more...]
The First U.S. Cross-Country Road Trip
This Day In U.S. History: On May 23, 1903, Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson began the first U.S. Cross-Country Road Trip. Allegedly, Jackson made a bet that the trip from San Francisco to New York would take less than 90 days. Amazingly, it only took 63. Of course, not all was smooth sailing. Preparing to go Cross-Country First, Jackson chose a car. The winner was a cherry red 1903 … [Read more...]
Hank Aaron Breaks Babe Ruth’s Home Run Record
On This Day In U.S. Sports History: On April 8, 1974, Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth’s home run record. Since this day, the magic number to beat remains 715. Babe Ruth reached 714 home runs in 8,399 at bats. However, it only took Hank Aaron 11,295. Hammerin' Hank Henry Louis Aaron Jr. was born in Mobile, Alabama, on February 5, 1934. Amazingly, he made his Major League debut in 1954, … [Read more...]
