On this date in 1950, a legendary comedian made his television debut. And in 1963, Winston Churchill made headlines in the United States.

On this date in 1879, this product was sold for the first time in glass bottles. And in 1943, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed an Executive order.

On this date in 1893 that the Ohio State legistature paved the way for what's now known as the Cleveland Metroparks. And in 1923, the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company gained national attention with a revolutionary design.

On this date in 1818 Congress made a final decision on this lasting United States image. And in 1917 the Senate voted 82-6 to declare war on this international empire.

On this date in 1953 one of the most well-known magazines of all-time hit the stands for the first time. And in 1965, an experimental nuclear powered-satellite took to the skies!

On this date in 1865 the city of Petersburg, Virginia made headlines. And in 1902, a new theatre in Los Angeles opened its doors for the first time.

Is it really true that on this date nothing of significance occurred? Just kidding! Find out the origins of April Fool's Day during this installment of Mark's Almanac!

On this date in 1848 something incredible and nearly unthinkable happened to Niagara Falls. And in 1959 one of the most iconic films of all-time debuted.

On this date in 1866 the first official record of this safety vehicle taking to the streets occurred. And in 1979, a major malfunction at the Three Mile Island nuclear plant made headlines.

On this date in 1836 this first-of-its-kind place of worship was dedicated in Northeast Ohio. And in 1912, the first-ever cherry trees were planted in this U.S. city -- now known for them.