ADDITIONAL HISTORY: Headlines You Probably Missed

On October 1, 1908, an advertisement appeared in newspapers around the country. That advertisement, although not front page news at the time, changed the world of transportation in the United States. That advertisement announced the sale of the first Model T Ford -- the first car meant to be affordable for everyone. What else was being reported around the country on the same day? SOURCES “Advertis...

August 6, 1945, was a major turning point for the Pacific Theater during World War II. Some people think dropping an atomic bomb was unnecessary and some think it was the only option. No matter what your individual opinion is on the subject, the truth is that the bombing of Hiroshima wasn't the only thing being reported that day. What else was happening around the country and world? SOURCES “Adver...

For those listening in from the United States today, Happy Thanksgiving! Today's extra special mini episode has absolutely nothing to do with Thanksgiving, but it does have to do with one of my favorite subjects--buried treasure. This treasure isn't just a legend, though. This one is proven to be real. But, almost forty years later, it's still missing. __________ SOURCES Archibald, John J. “Elves...

On November 28, 1924, newspapers in New York City reported about something that had happened on six miles of city streets the day before. It was the first ever Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. What else was being reported on that day? __________ SOURCES “Administrator Of George Davey's Estate Gets $25,000 Verdict.” The Courier-News (Bridgewater, New Jersey) , January 19, 1925. www.newspapers.com. “...

On November 29, 1895, only a couple newspapers printed about today's featured famous event from the day before. At the time it wasn't that big of a deal, but it turned out to be the first of many, many events like this one all over the world. And, the event was quite entertaining so I couldn't help but tell you all about it -- along with three additional history stories from the same day. SOURCES...

In 1866, as the United States government started to rebuild from the Civil War, they decided to add a few new cavalry and infantry units. The units were made up of the first professional Black soldiers in the country. Those men soon became known as Buffalo Soldiers and were there for some of the country's most historical moments. Listen to learn more about this special group of veterans. SOURCES “...

On November 9, 1989, something people had wished to happen for decades finally came true--the Berlin Wall started to come down. For the first time in many years, people in East Germany were reunited with family and friends in West Germany. Do you remember that day? Do you remember what else was happening around the country? Listen to find out! SOURCES “Advertisement: Hughes Market.” The Signal (Sa...

The 1930s were marked by one trial after another for the American people. Not only were they suffering through the effects of the Great Depression, but much of the country had to endure an extreme drought. On April 15, 1935, Black Sunday, a huge dust storm rolled through. It was one of the worst storms of the Dust Bowl era. What else was being reported on that fateful day? SOURCES “Advertisement f...

On June 16, 1881, one of the most famous women to ever live in New Orleans passed away. In this episode, you'll learn everything you ever wanted to know about Marie Laveau--Voodoo Queen of New Orleans...and then some. SOURCES Beyer, Catherine. "An Introduction to the Basic Beliefs of the Vodou (Voodoo) Religion." Learn Religions. https://www.learnreligions.com/vodou-an-introduction-for-beginners-9...

On March 2, 1872, just a few newspapers printed what had happened in congress the day before. But, if they'd known how big the moment would eventually be, I'm sure all the newspapers would have printed that Yellowstone National Park had just become the first official national park in the United States of America. So, what were the newspapers writing about instead? SOURCES “Bruce, Blanche Kelso.” U...

On December 2, 1955, only a few newspapers covered the famous event that happened the day before. At the time, nobody guessed just how much impact a woman named Rosa Parks would have when she sat on a bus and refused to give up her seat. So, if her story wasn't being reported that day, what else was? SOURCES “1956 Game Recap.” Official Site of the Allstate Sugar Bowl, September 9, 2020. https://al...

On June 13, 1966, an important Supreme Court decision was announced. It affected the way law enforcement all over the country did their job. But, if you've never been arrested, you might only know about this landmark case from watching crime dramas. Listen to find out about Ernesto Miranda and Miranda vs. Arizona. SOURCES “About the Supreme Court.” United States Courts. Accessed September 19, 2021...

In 1938, a radio broadcast based on H. G. Wells' book "War of the Worlds" aired. People all over the country tuned in, but not everyone heard the disclaimer that it was just a dramatized reading and not a real alien invasion. Panic ensued...or did it? Listen to this story and three other great Additional History stories. SOURCES “Advertisement: Chesterfield Cigarettes (Page 2).” Daily Clarion-Ledg...

On April 6, 1917, the United States officially entered the Great War -- a war that had already been going on for years at that point. Entering World War I was a huge moment in United States history, but it wasn't the only thing being printed about in newspapers that day. What else had to compete with such a significant day in time? Listen and find out! SOURCES “Abandoned Car of Missing Man May Be...

For this week's mini episode, I decided to do something extra unique. Sometimes, the internet produces wild claims about historical events. But, how many of the claims are actually true...at least according to newspapers? Listen to find out! SOURCES “11 Oct 1909, 5 - The BUCYRUS Evening Telegraph At Newspapers.com.” Newspapers.com. Accessed September 6, 2021. https://www.newspapers.com/image/60093...

On August 30, 1967, Thurgood Marshall made history when he became the first Black man to be confirmed to the United States Supreme Court. That news was groundbreaking for sure, but what else was being reported around the country on the same day? SOURCES “Advertisement: Kentucky Fried Chicken.” The Cedar Rapids Gazette (Cedar Rapids, Iowa) , August 30, 1967. www.newspapers.com. Associated Press. “A...

On November 18, 1928, Walt Disney released a mouse into the world--a mouse named Mickey. Yes, that was the day that Steamboat Willie made its debut. What else was happening around the world on the same day? SOURCES “Advertisement: Sokol Bros. (Page 5).” The Tuscaloosa News (Tuscaloosa, Alabama) , November 18, 1928. www.newspapers.com. “Advertisement: 'Steamboat Willie' Page 62.” Brooklyn Daily Eag...

In this mini episode, I visit a few stories from history's more macabre side. When President Zachary Taylor suddenly died early in his presidency, some people thought he was secretly poisoned and his body was eventually exhumed for testing. Other famous people from history have had their bodies exhumed to solve mysteries surrounding their deaths, too. But...what were the results of all those exhum...

Everyone who has ever attended school in the United States, or even watched TV in the United States, knows about the assassinations of presidents Lincoln and Kennedy, but how much do you know about the assassination of President McKinley? And do you know what else was going on around the country at the same time? Listen, and test your knowledge.  SOURCES “Attempted Train Holdup.” Linn County...

On September 5, 1997, the world lost a wonderful woman. Mother Teresa, the woman who had spent decades helping the poorest of the poor in India and around the world passed away. What else was going on around the country the day the world lost a literal saint? SOURCES Associated Press. “Deli Owner Often Had Parking Confrontations.” Press and Sun Bulletin (Binghampton, New York) , September 5, 1997....

It's time for another Random Clippings episode! While I'm researching for the regular, full-size episodes, I often come across short articles that are amusing, shocking, or a little of both. None of the articles are long enough to fill their own episode, so I gather them in a folder until the perfect moment comes along to share them---like today. SOURCES Associated Press. “Time Out For A Gift.” Th...

On November 20, 1978, a tragedy in South America took over the front page of newspapers all over the country and world. What do you know about the Jonestown Massacre? And, what else was being reported on the same day? SOURCES “Advertisement: JCPenney Cameras (Page 2A).” Victoria Advocate (Victoria, Texas) , November 20, 1978. www.newspapers.com. Associated Press. “Cave World Dwells under Abe Linco...

On October 1, 1946, something happened in Germany that caught worldwide attention. That day, the Nuremberg Trials, the trials of some of the most influential men of the Nazi party, officially ended. Do you know the significance of those trials? Do you know what else was being reported that day? Listen to find out! SOURCES “11 Of Hitler's Gang to Hang on Oct. 16: Seven Given Prison Terms, Three Fre...

In today's mini episode, we'll talk about Clara Barton and her contributions to United States history--including the thousands of people she helped after the Johnstown flood that I talked about in the last episode. How much of Clara's story did you already know? SOURCES “10 Facts: Clara Barton.” American Battlefield Trust, April 13, 2021. https://www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/10-facts-clara-...

On June 1, 1889, a great disaster happened in Pennsylvania. At the time, it was the deadliest disaster in U.S. history. Do you know what horrible event happened on that day? And what else was making headlines at the time? Listen to find out! SOURCES “Advertisement for Ivory Soap (Page 2).” The Janesville Daily Gazette (Janesville, Wisconsin) , June 1, 1889. www.newspapers.com. Associated Press. “1...