October 7th, 2008

Today in History

1984:
NFL running back Walter Payton breaks Jim Brown's rushing record.

1886:
Spain abolishes slavery in Cuba.

1868:
Cornell University holds opening day ceremonies; initial student enrollment is 412.

1816:
The first double-decked steamboat, the "Washington," arrives in New Orleans, Louisiana.

336:
St. Mark ends his reign as Catholic Pope