Today in News History

On June 17, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1714, César-François Cassini de Thury, French astronomer and cartographer (died 1784) was born. In 1915, Marcel Cadieux, Canadian civil servant and diplomat, Canadian Ambassador to the United States (died 1981) was born. In 1932, Bonus Army: Around a thousand World War I veterans amass at the United States Capitol as the U.S. Senate considers a bill that would give them certain benefits. In 1947, Linda Chavez, American journalist and author was born. In 1951, Starhawk, American author and activist was born. In 1954, Mark Linn-Baker, American actor and director was born. In 1955, Cem Hakko, Turkish fashion designer and businessman was born. In 1992, A "joint understanding" agreement on arms reduction is signed by U.S. President George Bush and Russian President Boris Yeltsin (this would be later codified in START II). In 2013, Pierre F. Côté, Canadian lawyer and civil servant (born 1927) passed away. In 2014, Stanley Marsh 3, American businessman and philanthropist (born 1938) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.