On this date in 1870, Charles Dickens died.
Also on this date, in 1891, Cole Porter was born.
And also on this date, in 1898, China agreed to lease Hong Kong to Great Britain for 99 years.
And on this day, in 1934, Donald Duck made his screen debut with “The Wise Little Hen”.
Also on this day, in 1944, the Republic of Iceland was established.
And today, in 1973, Secretariat won the Belmont Stakes, becoming the first Triple Crown winner in 25 years.
Also today, in 1978, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints allowed black men to become priests.
And also today, in 2006, “Cars” was released.