ADDITIONAL HISTORY: Headlines You Probably Missed

Today's episode covers a famous date that maybe isn't as famous as it should be. Have you ever heard of the Rosewood Massacre? If not, buckle up, because it's a tale of horrible destruction of life and property. Then, I'll tell you what else was being reported around the world on the same day. _________ SOURCES “Advertisement: South of Suva (Page 2).” The Daily Courier (Connellsville, Pennsylvania...

World War II was a difficult time for people all over the world, but in the summer of 1945, the end was near. Finally, after the dropping of two nuclear bombs on Japan, the long-awaited day--VJ Day--arrived. The war was over. What else was sharing newspaper pages with the exciting news on August 14, 1945? _____ SOURCES Associated Press. “Ask Investigation of Woman's Death, July 24th.” Green Bay Pr...

You might not know Belle Jennings Benchley by name, but I'm sure you've heard of the business she ran for nearly 30 years. Belle was the first female director of the San Diego Zoo. Her story is heartwarming and inspirational. _____ SOURCES Heilbron, Carl. “Belle Jennings Benchley (1882-1973) .” San Diego History Center , May 4, 2016. https://sandiegohistory.org/archives/biographysubject/benchley/....

On May 17, 1875, Kentucky celebrated the first Kentucky Derby. It would soon become one of the most famous and iconic horse races in the United States. What else was being reported on the same day as the first Run for the Roses? _____ SOURCES “Advertisement: Human Hair Goods (Page 1).” The Fitchburg Sentinel (Fitchburg, Massachusetts) , May 17, 1875. www.newspapers.com. “The Captured Sing Sing Con...

On September 16, 1920, New York City's Wall Street was rocked by a bomb. Many people lost their lives that day and hundreds more were injured. What else was being reported in newspapers on that day? _____ SOURCES “1920 Cork Hunger Strike.” Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, August 2, 2022. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1920_Cork_hunger_strike. Andrews, Evan. “The Mysterious Wall Street Bombing, 95 Y...

In May of 1995, televisions were once again tuned-in to the action taking place on the streets in California. This time it wasn't for rioting, but for the behavior of one man--Shawn Timothy Nelson. What led him to steal a government tank and take it on a rampage through San Diego? _______ Associated Press. “Police Slay Man Who Hijacked Guard Tank.” North County Times (Oceanside, California) , May...

On April 30 1992, chaos ruled in Los Angeles, California. The verdict had just been read in the case of the police officers accused of beating Rodney King and all were acquitted. Angry mobs looted and set fire to buildings. What other big events were making headlines on the same day as this significant event? _________________ SOURCES “Advertisement: Brandywine Hundred (Pg. 36).” The News Journal...

Last week, Queen Elizabeth passed away. She was the longest living British monarch in history. Who held the record before Elizabeth? Of course, it was Queen Victoria. What else was being reported in newspapers around the globe the same day the beloved Victoria died back in 1901? _________ SOURCES Associated Press. “Fired At Professor.” The Victoria Daily Times (Victoria, British Columbia) , Januar...

On December 17, 1968, one of the most shocking kidnappings in U.S. history took place. A young college student, Barbara Mackle, was kidnapped right out of her hotel room. Some of the nation's top leaders of the time got involved, but was Barbara ever found? Were the perpetrators ever brought to justice? _______ SOURCES Associated Press. “Miami Sealed Off, Kidnappers Hunted.” Panama City News-Heral...

Sometimes the historical moments I share on this podcast are great moments in history, sometimes they're shocking moments, and sometimes they're sad. Today's episode falls under that last category. On February 20, 1942, thousands of people with Japanese ancestry, including U.S. citizens, were rounded up and sent to Japanese internment camps. They were treated like criminals and forced to live in p...

February 9, 1964, was a memorable day for many people across the country--especially teenage girls. After all, it was the day The Beatles first appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show and made their American debut. What else was being reported in newspapers that day? _____ SOURCES “Advertisment: Skippy Burger (Page 2).” South Gate Press (South Gate, California) , February 9, 1964. www.newspapers.com. “An...

Welcome back to Addtional History: Headlines You Probably Missed. I had a great summer, but it's time to get back to business. Today's mini episode is about to legendary folk heroes--Casey Jones and Johnny Appleseed. You know their names, but do you know their real stories? ___ SOURCES “Allen County, Indiana Genealogy.” Allen County Indiana Genealogical Society . Accessed August 12, 2022. https://...

On June 5, 1976, the Teton Dam in eastern Idaho burst and flooded many of the nearby towns with water. What else was being reported on such a devastating day? ***** SOURCES “Advertisement: Texas Instrument Calculator (Pg. 26).” Biddeford-Saco Journal (Biddeford, Maine) , June 5, 1976. www.newspapers.com. Associated Press. “15,000 Leaving Homes As Teton Dam Breaks.” Spokane Daily Chronicle (Spokane...

It's another random clippings episode! I'll tell you a bunch of the weird, funny, and sad mini stories that I've been clipping and saving just for this occasion. ***** SOURCES “200 Ladies At Door Make Slot Machine Seekers Plenty Sore.” The Chicago Tribune (Chicago, Illinois) , October 31, 1938. www.newspapers.com. Associated Press. “Fireworks Hid In Oven Explode Before Fourth.” The Wilkes-Barre Re...

The events of May 31 and June 1, 1921, were the culmination of rumors and years of unrest in the city of Tulsa, Oklahoma. In a bloody race war, many people were killed and a good chunk of the city burned. What else was being reported on such a sad day in United States history? ***** SOURCES “1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.” Tulsa Historical Society & Museum, May 11, 2021. https://www.tulsahistory.or...

Right as the United States was on the brink of entering World War II, Mt. Rushmore was finally completed after many years of work in the Black Hills of South Dakota. What else was being reported on that day, just weeks before the bombing of Pearl Harbor? ***** Associated Press. “Aviators, Alone On A Mountainside, Discover It's A Small World.” San Angelo Standard-Times (San Angelo, Texas) , Novembe...

Today's mini episode is about a man I'm sure you've heard of. His name graces museum and aquariums and other attractions around the world. How did Robert Ripley get his start and what are some of his most unique finds? You can believe this episode, or not. ***** SOURCES “400 At NY Rites for Bob Ripley.” The Press Democrat (Santa Rosa, California) , June 1, 1949. www.newspapers.com. “'Believe It Or...

Today's episode date marks the day newspapers around the country first reported about an event that would come to be known as the deadliest natural disaster in United States history--the Galveston Hurricane of 1900. What else was being reported on such a famous day? ***** SOURCES “1900 Galveston Hurricane.” Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, March 31, 2022. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1900_Galvest...

March 9, 1916, is a date that doesn't necessarily ring a bell for most people. But, it was a day of horror and suffering nonetheless. That was the day Pancho Villa and his men attacked New Mexico, killing many people. The events were shocking, but they weren't the only thing being reported in newspapers that day. What else was happening around the country and world? ***** SOURCES “Advertisement: M...

Today's mini episode is about a woman named Violet Jessop, and she's possibly the world's luckiest person--or possibly the world's unluckiest person. No matter which option you choose, I think you'll enjoy this great story of survival. SOURCES “HMHS Britannic.” Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, April 14, 2022. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HMHS_Britannic. Jessop, Violet. “Titanic Disaster.” Shepher...

This week marks the anniversary of the nuclear disaster in Chernobyl, Ukraine, on April 28, 1986. Unfortunately, Ukraine has been in the news again the last few months for the horrible things happening in their country. How did the incident in Chernobyl affect the world and what else was being reported on the same day it made headlines around the globe? SOURCES “Advertisement: Waiola Estates.” The...

Tomorrow marks the 27th anniversary of a devastating event in United States history. On April 19, 1995, the Alfred P. Murrah Building in Oklahoma City was bombed, killing dozens of adults and nearly twenty children. What else was being reported on such a sad day? *** SOURCES ABC News. “After 29 Silent Year, Ex-Miss America Hears.” ABC News. ABC News Network, January 6, 2006. https://abcnews.go.com...

September 28, 1888, isn't necessarily significant to history, but it is the date a story was printed about something deadly...something people wear. In fact there were many clothing items in history that led to people's deaths. Do you know what they were? SOURCES “Celluloid Collar Causes Death.” The New York Times (New York, New York) , February 8, 1914. www.newspapers.com. “Celluloid Collar Cause...

On February 2, 1960, a group of college students decided to stage a sit-in at the Woolworth's lunch counter in Greensboro, North Carolina. They were tired of not being served just because of the color of their skin, and they wanted to make a statement without violence. It was an important moment in the  fight for desegregation. What else was being reported on that day? SOURCES “Advertisement:...

Charles Lindbergh set a record on May 21, 1927, but it might not be the record you've always believed. What else was being reported on the day of his world-famous flight? SOURCES (See Files section of Additional History: Headlines You Probably Missed Facebook group.)