Today in history
- 1858: Papers on evolution made by Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace are read to the Linnean Society.
- 1867: Canada is declared an independent Dominion. John A Macdonald is the first Prime Minister.
- 1941: Bulovs Watch Company buys the first network TV commercial for 9 dollars.
- 1997: The UK returns Hong Kong to the People Republic of China.
All I got for now, but will probably find something to ramble about in the comments below. Be sure to add yours to the list.
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