Today in News History

On July 8, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1776, Church bells (possibly including the Liberty Bell) are rung after John Nixon delivers the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence of the United States. In 1838, Eli Lilly, American soldier, chemist, and businessman, founded Eli Lilly and Company (died 1898) was born. In 1839, John D. Rockefeller, American businessman and philanthropist, founded the Standard Oil Company (died 1937) was born. In 1864, Ikedaya Incident: The Choshu Han shishi's planned Shinsengumi sabotage on Kyoto, Japan at Ikedaya. In 1968, The Chrysler wildcat strike begins in Detroit, Michigan. In 1977, Milo Ventimiglia, American actor, director, and producer was born. In 1982, Sophia Bush, American actress and director was born. In 1983, John Bowker, American baseball player was born. In 1996, Marlon Humphrey, American football player was born. In 1997, Bryce Love, American football player was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.