JULY 24 | Birthdays and Events

Notable Birthdays for July 24

Ira Aldridge (1807-1867) - The first documented Black Shakespearean stage actor who was extremely famous during 19th Century.

Agnes Meyer Driscoll (1889-1971) - Cryptanalyst known as the "First Lady of Naval Cryptology" who was known for decoding enemy messages during WWI and WWII.

Alice Ball (1892-1916) - Black chemist who was the first to developed treatment for leprosy.

Amelia Earhart (1897-1939) - Aviator and first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic.

John William Finn (1909-2010) - Earned the the Medal of Honor for his actions during the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Michael Richards (1949-Still Living) - Actor most recognized as Cosmo Kramer on the sitcom Seinfeld.

Lynda Carter (1951-Still Living) - Actress who will always be known for her role as Wonder Woman.

Karl "the Mailman" Malone (1963-Still Living) - Considered one of the greatest power forwards in NBA history.

Andy Irons (1978-2010) - World Champion Surfer.

Memorable Events for July 24

1847 - Brigham Young and about 148 Mormon pioneers enter into what is to be established as Salt Lake City.

1847 - Richard March Hoe patents the rotary-type printing press.

1880 - The first commercial hydroelectric power plant in the world begins generating electricity in Grand Rapids, MI.

1935 - Temperatures reach 109 °F in Chicago during what became known as the Dust Bowl across the U.S.