This Day in History Class

On this day in 1953, David Nelson Mullany created the first working prototype of the Wiffle Ball.

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On this day in 1992, the Mall of America had its grand opening in Bloomington, Minnesota.

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On this day in 1835, a mob of hundreds of white men used a team of oxen to pull an integrated schoolhouse off its foundation.

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On this day in 1930, beloved cartoon character Betty Boop made her big-screen debut in the animated short “Dizzy Dishes.” 

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On this day in 1975, American geochemist Wallace Broecker coined the term “global warming.”

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On this day in 1888, American inventor Theophilus Van Kannel was granted a patent for the revolving door.

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On this day in 1983, New York Yankees’ right fielder Dave Winfield was arrested for accidentally killing a seagull.

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On this day in 1985, after more than a year without service, residents of the Paradise Lakes nudist resort started receiving mail again. 

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On this day in 1876, legendary lawman “Wild Bill” Hickok was shot in the back of the head while playing poker.

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On this day in 1961, the original Six Flags theme park had its soft opening in Arlington, Texas.

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