Today in News History

On June 19, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1858, Hector Rason, English-Australian politician, 7th Premier of Western Australia (died 1927) was born. In 1908, Japanese immigration to Brazil begins when 781 people arrive in Santos aboard the ship Kasato-Maru. In 1961, Andrés Galarraga, Venezuelan baseball player was born. In 1973, Matt Parsons, Australian rugby league player was born. In 1981, Clint Newton, American-Australian rugby league player was born. In 1983, Billy Slater, Australian rugby league player was born. In 1987, Omar Arellano, Mexican footballer was born. In 1994, The Troubles: Members of the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) attack a crowded pub with assault rifles in Loughinisland, Northern Ireland. Six Catholic civilians are killed and five wounded. It was crowded with people watching the 1994 FIFA World Cup. In 1994, Sean McMahon, Australian rugby player was born. In 1997, Latrell Mitchell, Australian rugby league player was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.