Today in News History

On July 9, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1686, Philip Livingston, American merchant and politician (died 1749) was born. In 1795, Financier James Swan pays off the $2,024,899 US national debt that had been accrued during the American Revolution. In 1863, American Civil War: The Siege of Port Hudson ends in a Union victory and, along with the fall of Vicksburg five days earlier, gives the Union complete control of the Mississippi River. In 1875, The Herzegovina Uprising against Ottoman rule begins, which would last until 1878 and have far-reaching implications throughout the Balkans. In 1957, Paul Merton, English comedian, actor, and screenwriter was born. In 1964, Courtney Love, American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and actress was born. In 1993, Mitch Larkin, Australian swimmer was born. In 1999, Claire Corlett, American voice actress was born. In 2004, The Senate Report on Iraqi WMD Intelligence is released by the United States Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, casting doubt on the rationale for the Iraq War. In 2007, Charles Lane, American actor (born 1905) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.