Today in News History

On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1894, Bernard Ashmole, English archaeologist and art historian (died 1988) was born. In 1928, A. B. Frost, American illustrator and painter (born 1851) passed away. In 1931, Ruby Garrard Woodson, American educator and cultural historian (died 2008) was born. In 1949, Alan Osmond, American singer and producer was born. In 1951, Humphrey Ocean, English painter and academic was born. In 1955, Christine Orengo, British academic and educator was born. In 1956, Alfons De Wolf, Belgian cyclist was born. In 1956, Walter de la Mare, English poet, short story writer and novelist (born 1873) passed away. In 1958, Rocío Banquells, Mexican pop singer and actress was born. In 1969, The Cuyahoga River catches fire in Cleveland, Ohio, drawing national attention to water pollution, and spurring the passing of the Clean Water Act and the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.