Today in News History

On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1871, William McDougall, English psychologist and polymath (died 1938) was born. In 1889, Joseph Cohen, British solicitor, property developer, cinema magnate and Jewish community leader (died 1980) was born. In 1909, Mike Todd, American producer and manager (died 1958) was born. In 1919, Clifton McNeely, American basketball player and coach (died 2003) was born. In 1922, Clair Cameron Patterson, American scientist (died 1995) was born. In 1922, Bill Blass, American fashion designer, founded Bill Blass Group (died 2002) was born. In 1941, Ed Bradley, American journalist (died 2006) was born. In 1954, Freddie Prinze, American comedian and actor (died 1977) was born. In 1963, John Tenta, Canadian-American wrestler (died 2006) was born. In 2022, Bruton Smith, American racetrack promoter (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.