Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1913, Paul Gibb, English cricketer (died 1977) was born. In 1914, Babe Ruth makes his debut in Major League Baseball. In 1916, Gough Whitlam, Australian lieutenant, lawyer, and politician, 21st Prime Minister of Australia (died 2014) was born. In 1924, Charlie Tully, Northern Irish footballer and manager (died 1971) was born. In 1929, Billy Mosforth, English footballer and engraver (born 1857) passed away. In 1965, Tony Cottee, English footballer, manager, and sportscaster was born. In 1971, Scott Muller, Australian cricketer was born. In 1971, John W. Campbell, American journalist and author (born 1910) passed away. In 1974, Pär Lagerkvist, Swedish novelist, playwright, and poet Nobel Prize laureate (born 1891) passed away. In 2006, John Spencer, English snooker player and sportscaster (born 1935) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.