Chewing Gum Day
Chewing Gum Day is celebrated on September 30th each year. This light-hearted holiday is dedicated to enjoying chewing gum, a popular confectionery product that has a long history and is loved by people of all ages. Chewing Gum Day is a playful celebration of a beloved treat that has entertained and delighted people for centuries. Whether you’re a casual gum chewer or a devoted fan, take the time to appreciate this fun and flavorful confection on September 30th!
Thunderbirds Day
Thunderbirds Day is celebrated on September 30th each year, commemorating the iconic British television series Thunderbirds, which originally aired from 1965 to 1966. The show was created by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson and is renowned for its use of puppetry and special effects, often referred to as “Supermarionation.”
September 30 has seen a variety of significant events throughout history.
Historical Events
1868 – The First Official Baseball Game: The Cincinnati Red Stockings, considered the first professional baseball team, played a game against the Great Westerns of Cincinnati, marking the beginning of organized professional baseball.
1927 – Babe Ruth Hits His 60th Home Run: American baseball legend Babe Ruth hit his 60th home run of the season while playing for the New York Yankees against the Washington Senators, setting a record that stood for 34 years.
1954 – The First Successful Test of the F-86 Sabre: The U.S. Air Force successfully tested the F-86 Sabre, a jet fighter used during the Korean War, which became known for its speed and maneuverability.
1960 – The First Televised Presidential Debate: The first-ever televised presidential debate took place between Senator John F. Kennedy and Vice President Richard Nixon. This debate significantly impacted the 1960 election and changed the way political campaigns were conducted.
1966 – The Establishment of the Republic of the Gambia: Gambia gained independence from Britain, becoming a republic. Dawda Kairaba Jawara became the first President of Gambia.
1990 – The Launch of the Hubble Space Telescope: NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery. Hubble has since provided unprecedented views of the universe, contributing significantly to astronomy.
2003 – The First Issue of The New Yorker Published: The New Yorker, an influential American magazine known for its reporting, commentary, and fiction, published its first issue.
2015 – The U.S. and Cuba Reopen Embassies: After over 50 years of strained relations, the United States and Cuba officially reopened their embassies in each other’s capitals.
Birthdays
1862 – William A. Spooner: An English clergyman and scholar known for his humorous slips of the tongue, now referred to as “Spoonerisms.”
1893 – William H. H. C. Harlow: An American botanist recognized for his work in plant classification and conservation.
1924 – Jesse Jackson: An American civil rights activist and politician known for his work in the civil rights movement and his campaigns for the presidency in the 1980s.
1935 – John L. Lewis: An American labor leader and prominent figure in the United Mine Workers union, known for his advocacy for workers’ rights.
1951 – Lenny Bruce: An American stand-up comedian and social critic known for his controversial and satirical humor, which challenged social norms.
1985 – Christian Serratos: An American actress known for her roles in The Walking Dead and the Twilight film series.
Deaths
1959 – Charles P. Steinmetz: A German-American electrical engineer and inventor known for his contributions to electrical engineering and the theory of alternating current. He passed away at the age of 70.
1986 – Karel Čapek: A Czech writer known for his works in science fiction, including the term “robot.” He died at the age of 48.
1994 – Yasser Arafat: The Palestinian leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate passed away at the age of 75.
2003 – Paul “Bear” Bryant: An American college football coach, widely regarded as one of the greatest coaches in college football history, died at the age of 69.
