Independence Day
Independence Day!
07/04/2014 12:01 AM
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This Day In History
Apr 8
Kambutsue, celebration of Buddha's birthday, in Japan
Apr 8 1974
Hammerin' Hank Aaron hits 715th home run, beats Babe Ruth's record.
Apr 8 1913
17th Amendment, requiring direct election of senators, ratified.
Apr 8 1766
The first patent is granted for a fire escape ... a wicker basket on a pully and a chain, designed by a London watchmaker.
Apr 8 1513
Ponce de Leon arrives in Florida.
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Birthdays
Apr 8 1963
Julian Lennon, singer, son of a Beatle.
Apr 8 1918
Betty Ford, founded drug/alcohol abuse clinic for the rich & famous.
Apr 8 1889
Sir Adrian Boult, conductor (BBC Symphony Orchestra)
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