Today in News History
On July 8, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1721, Elihu Yale, American-English merchant and philanthropist (born 1649) passed away. In 1776, Church bells (possibly including the Liberty Bell) are rung after John Nixon delivers the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence of the United States. In 1838, Eli Lilly, American soldier, chemist, and businessman, founded Eli Lilly and Company (died 1898) was born. In 1839, John D. Rockefeller, American businessman and philanthropist, founded the Standard Oil Company (died 1937) was born. In 1889, The first issue of The Wall Street Journal is published. In 1942, Phil Gramm, American economist and politician was born. In 1948, Ruby Sales, American civil-rights activist was born. In 1994, Space Shuttle Columbia is launched on an international science mission. In 1998, Jaden Smith, American actor and rapper was born. In 2008, John Templeton, American-born British businessman and philanthropist (born 1912) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
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