October 15th, 2008

Today in History

1991:
Following a bitter confirmation hearing that involved allegations of sexual misconduct, the United States Senate votes to confirm Judge Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court of the United States.

1965:
Vietnam War: The National Coordinating Committee to End the War in Vietnam stages the first public burning of a draft card in the United States.

1939:
The New York Municipal Airport (later renamed La Guardia Airport) is dedicated.

1904:
The Russian Baltic Fleet leaves Reval, Estonia for Port Arthur during the Russo-Japanese War.

1883:
The Supreme Court of the United States declares part of the Civil Rights Act of 1875 to be unconstitutional.