Peek at the Past

Tuesday, April 22, 2003

Today is the 112th day of 2003 and the 34th day of spring.

TODAY'S HISTORY

On this day in 1864, the phrase "In God We Trust" was ordered by an Act of Congress to be stamped on all newly minted 2-cent pieces. Thereafter, Congress extended its use to all U.S. coins.

On this day in 1970, Earth Day, which was established to bring greater awareness to the importance of protecting Earth's resources and myriad inhabitants, was first observed. By 1990, there were more than 200 million participants from 141 countries.

On this day in 1994, Borge Ousland pulled a 265-pound sled for 52 days to become the first person to make a solo trip to the North Pole.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAYS

Nikolai Lenin (Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov) (1870-1924), revolutionary leader; Charlotte Rae (1926-), actress, is 77; Jack Nicholson (1936-), actor, is 67; Ryan Stiles (1959-), actor, is 44.

TODAY'S SPORTS

On this day in 1914, Babe Ruth made his debut as a professional pitcher.

TODAY'S QUOTE

"A lie told often enough becomes the truth." -- V.I. Lenin

TODAY'S MOON

Between full moon (April 16) and last quarter (April 23).

Casey Ressler

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