Tuesday, October 13

Good morning!

Homework - Watch at least 10 minutes of the first Democratic debate on CNN or CNNgo, beginning at 8:30 p.m.

We will continue our study of the US Constitution.

Today in History

1775

The Continental Congress authorized the construction of a naval fleet.

1792

The cornerstone of the White House was laid.

1843

The Jewish organization B'nai B'rith was founded.

1903

Boston defeated Pittsburgh in the first World Series.

1943

Italy declared war on Germany, its former Axis partner, during World War II.

1965

Richard Nixon (in Los Angeles) and John Kennedy (in New York) compete in their 3rd and final debate. Those listening on radio think Nixon won; television viewers said Kennedy won.

1974

Ed Sullivan died in New York City at age 72.

1981

Egypt's vice president Hosni Mubarak was elected president, one week after Anwar Sadat's assassination.