Today in News History
On June 21, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1866, Matt Kilroy, American baseball player (died 1940) was born. In 1880, Arnold Gesell, American psychologist and pediatrician (died 1961) was born. In 1889, Ralph Craig, American sprinter and sailor (died 1972) was born. In 1894, Milward Kennedy, English journalist and civil servant (died 1968) was born. In 1903, Hermann Engelhard, German runner and coach (died 1984) was born. In 1911, Irving Fein, American producer and manager (died 2012) was born. In 1932, Bernard Ingham, English journalist and civil servant (died 2023) was born. In 1934, Thorne Smith, American author (born 1892) passed away. In 1951, Alan Hudson, English footballer was born. In 1970, Piers Courage, English race car driver (born 1942) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Mark Hughes ‘totally heartbroken’ following sudden death of son Alex

Alex Hughes was working at Grimsby Town when he passed away aged 38
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