Today in News History
On June 17, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1876, American Indian Wars: Battle of the Rosebud: One thousand five hundred Sioux and Cheyenne led by Crazy Horse beat back General George Crook's forces at Rosebud Creek in Montana Territory. In 1877, American Indian Wars: Battle of White Bird Canyon: The Nez Perce defeat the U.S. Cavalry at White Bird Canyon in the Idaho Territory. In 1916, Terry Gilkyson, American singer-songwriter and guitarist (died 1999) was born. In 1930, U.S. President Herbert Hoover signs the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act into law. In 1947, Timothy Wright, American gospel singer, pastor (died 2009) was born. In 1951, Starhawk, American author and activist was born. In 1952, Guatemala passes Decree 900, ordering the redistribution of uncultivated land. In 1957, Dorothy Richardson, English journalist and author (born 1873) passed away. In 1958, The Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing, in the process of being built to connect Vancouver and North Vancouver (Canada), collapses into the Burrard Inlet killing 18 ironworkers and injuring others. In 2015, Ron Clarke, Australian runner and politician, Mayor of the Gold Coast (born 1937) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Wilman Wadandi wildlife crossings “exceeded expectations” but are unlikely to extend across existing roadways
While wildlife crossings over the Wilman Wadandi Highway have “exceeded expectations”, it seems unlikely the technology will extend across existing roadways.
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