Today in News History

On July 3, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1569, Thomas Richardson, English politician and judge (died 1635) was born. In 1683, Edward Young, English poet, dramatist and literary critic (Night-Thoughts) (died 1765) was born. In 1926, Laurence Street, Australian jurist and former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of New South Wales (died 2018) was born. In 1930, Pete Fountain, American clarinet player (died 2016) was born. In 1938, United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicates the Eternal Light Peace Memorial and lights the eternal flame at Gettysburg Battlefield. In 1945, Michael Martin, Baron Martin of Springburn, Scottish politician, Speaker of the House of Commons (died 2018) was born. In 1952, Andy Fraser, English singer-songwriter and bass player (died 2015) was born. In 1957, Poly Styrene, British musician (died 2011) was born. In 1958, Matthew Fraser, Canadian-English journalist and academic was born. In 1970, The Troubles: The "Falls Curfew" begins in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.