History

On this day in 1794: Congress changes US flag to 15 stars & 15 stripes.

In 1893: U.S. Marines land in Honolulu from the U.S.S. Boston to prevent the queen from abrogating the Bayonet Constitution.

In 1930: “Mickey Mouse” comic strip 1st appears.

1942: Henry Ford patents a method of constructing plastic auto bodies.

1943: Hitler declares “Total War”.

In 1967: Rolling Stones appear on Ed Sullivan Show.

In 1974:  Superbowl VIII: Miami Dolphins beat Minnesota Vikings, 24-7 in Houston Superbowl MVP: Larry Csonka, Miami, RB.

In 1979: YMCA files libel suit against Village People’s YMCA song.

In 1982: Hank Aaron & Frank Robinson elected to Hall of Fame.

In 1988: Supreme Court rules (5-3) public school officials have broad powers to censor school newspapers, plays & other expressive activities.

In 1993: Super Bowl XXVII in Pasadena – Cowboys beat Bills.