Little was known about the manuscript, which donated by Edward Ayer, a tycoon who made his fortune supplying railroad ties.
Newberry Library discovers it holds the largest example in existence of an extremely rare paper type
Category: History
Today in History: First newspaper crossword puzzle published
On Dec. 21, 1913, the first newspaper crossword puzzle, billed as a “Word-Cross Puzzle,” was published in the New York World.
Today in Sports: Kobe Bryant scores a career-high 62 points
2005 — Kobe Bryant scores a career-high 62 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat Dallas 112-90. Bryant scores a franchise-record 30 points in the third quarter and sits out the fourth after outscoring the Mavericks 62-61 over the three quarters.
Today in History: Louisiana Purchase completed
On Dec. 20, 1803, the Louisiana Purchase was completed as ownership of the territory was formally transferred from France to the United States.
Today in Sports History: Cleveland Browns complete an undefeated season
1948 — The Cleveland Browns complete an undefeated season beating the Buffalo Bills 49-7 in AAFC championship game.
Today in History: Bill Clinton impeached
On Dec. 19, 1998, President Bill Clinton was impeached by the U.S. House of Representatives for perjury and obstruction of justice. (He was subsequently acquitted by the Senate.)
Today in Sports History: Steve Asmussen wins 600 Thoroughbred races in a single year
2008 — Steve Asmussen is the first North American trainer to win 600 Thoroughbred races in a single year as Storm Trust captures the fifth race at Delta Downs.
Today in History: Donald Trump impeached for the first time
On Dec. 18, 2019, the U.S. House impeached President Donald Trump on two charges, sending his case to the Senate for trial; the articles of impeachment accused him of abusing the power of the presidency to investigate rival Joe Biden ahead of the 2020 election and then obstructing Congress’ investigation. (It was the first of two Trump impeachment trials that would end in acquittal by the Senate.)
Today in Sports History: Chicago Bears win the first NFL championship
1933 — The Chicago Bears win the first NFL championship with a 23-21 victory over the New York Giants. The Bears score the winning touchdown on a 36-yard play that starts with a short pass from Bronko Nagurski to Bill Hewitt, who then laterals to Bill Kerr for the score.
Today in History: ‘The Simpsons’ made its debut
On Dec. 17, 1989, the animated television show ‘The Simpsons’ made its debut.