On May 19 1921, Congress passed the Emergency Quota Act, establishing national quotas for immigrants.
Saturday, May 19, 2012
THIS DAY IN HISTORY MAY 18
On May 18 2004, Randy Johnson, age 40, became the oldest pitcher to throw a perfect game.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY MAY 17
On May 17, 1875 The first Kentucky Derby was held at Churchill Downs, in Louisville, Kentucky.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
THIS DAY IN HISTORY MAY 16
On May 16, 1929 The first Academy Awards were given on this night. The term, Oscars, was not used to describe the statuettes given to actors and actresses until 1931.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY MAY 15
On May 15, 1972 Alabama Governor George Wallace was
shot and crippled as he campaigned for the presidency.
Monday, May 14, 2012
THIS DAY IN HISTORY MAY 14
On May 14, 1998 Frank Sinatra died at the age of 82. (Had the opportunity of hearing him perform live on three occasions -- he was one of a kind).
Sunday, May 13, 2012
THIS DAY IN HISTORY MAY13
On May 13, 1981 Pope John Paul II was shot and wounded by Mehmet Ali Agca as he drove through a crowd in St. Peter's Square, Rome.
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