Today in News History

On July 6, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1899, Susannah Mushatt Jones, American supercentarian (died 2016) was born. In 1912, Molly Yard, American feminist (died 2005) was born. In 1915, Leonard Birchall, Royal Canadian Air Force pilot (died 2004) was born. In 1919, Ray Dowker, New Zealand cricketer (died 2004) was born. In 1966, Sad Sam Jones, American baseball player and manager (born 1892) passed away. In 1978, Adam Busch, American actor, director, and producer was born. In 1982, Misty Upham, American actress (died 2014) was born. In 1990, Justin Schultz, Canadian ice hockey player was born. In 2007, Kathleen E. Woodiwiss, American author (born 1939) passed away. In 2010, Harvey Fuqua, American singer-songwriter and producer (born 1929) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.