APRIL 21 | Birthdays and Events
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Notable Birthdays for April 21
Alexander Anderson (17751870) - Engraver who was also considered America's first illustrator.
Hannibal Goodwin (1822-1900) - Priest who patented a method for making film for Thomas Edison's kaleidoscope invention.
William Rufus Terrill (1834-1862) - Brigadier General for the Union Army.
Ivan Combe (1911-2000) - Developer of Clearasil (acne medication).
Don Tyson (1930-2011) - Founder of Tyson Foods.
Tony Danza (1951-Still Living) - Actor best known for his roles in Taxi and Who's the Boss?
Ed Fiori (1953-Still Living) - Four-time PGA Tour champion.
Memorable Events for April 21
1789 - John Adams is sworn in as the first Vice President.
1855 - The first train crosses on the Mississippi River's first bridge.
1857 - Alexander Douglas receives the patent for the bustle.
1862 - Congress establishes U.S. Mint in CO.
1878 - First Lady Lucy Hayes begins the first egg rolling contest on the White House lawn.