Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 31, according to the Tribune’s archives.
Today in Chicago History: City’s first aquarium at Lincoln Park Zoo — and Shedd Aquarium, its second — opens
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Today in History: Janet Guthrie becomes the first woman to race the Indianapolis 500
On May 29, 1977, Janet Guthrie became the first woman to race in the Indianapolis 500, finishing in 29th place (A.J. Foyt won the race for his record fourth Indy 500 victory).
Today in Chicago History: Ex-US House Speaker Dennis Hastert charged with lying to FBI
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 28, according to the Tribune’s archives.
Today in History: President Andrew Jackson signs the Indian Removal Act
On May 28, 1830, President Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act, which forced nearly 50,000 Native Americans to relocate to designated territories west of the Mississippi River.
Indiana Landmarks, Decay Devils partner to clean Roosevelt school
The two organizations are also seeking volunteers to help cleanup the former Theodore Roosevelt High School from June 2-6.
Today in Chicago History: Century of Progress — the second World’s Fair hosted by the city — opens
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 27, according to the Tribune’s archives.
Today in History: Chrysler Building opens to the public
On May 27, 1930, New York’s Chrysler Building, at the time the world’s tallest building, opened to the public.
Egyptian archaeologists discover three tombs in Luxor
Egypt unveiled three new tombs of prominent statesman in the Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis in Luxor, officials said Monday.
Today in Chicago History: Buckingham Fountain opens
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 26, according to the Tribune’s archives.
Today in History: Production of Model T ended
On May 26, 1927, the Ford Model T officially ended production as Henry Ford and his son Edsel drove the 15 millionth Model T off the Ford assembly line in Highland Park, Michigan.