1916 – Grigory Rasputin, a self-fashioned Russian holy man, is murdered by Russian nobles eager to end his sway over the royal family. Source: http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do?action=Article&id=5643
The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce welcomed to their staff Gilbert resident Annette Sellers in December as the new Vice President of Sales for the organization. “It was important to fill this position with someone who is invested in our community – especially our business community,” said Kathy Tilque, President/CEO of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. [...]
1851 – The first American YMCA opens in Boston, Massachusetts. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/December_29
1945 – The United States Congress officially recognizes the Pledge of Allegiance. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/December_28
Residents Encouraged to Continue to Shop These Unsettled Retailers The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has created a quick reference flyer to help businesses understand what they can do for more visibility during a road construction project near their business. “Many businesses don’t realize they can place banners in front of their shopping center during road [...]
1952 – the first Corvette, a production-ready prototype, is completed. The design of the sports car, which has since become an American classic, is said to have cost between $50,000 and $60,000 to build. Source: http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do?action=Article&id=7875
1913 – Arthur Wynne’s “word-cross”, the first crossword puzzle, is published in the New York World. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/December_21
1865 – The 13th Amendment is formally adopted into the U.S. Constitution, ensuring that “neither slavery nor involuntary servitude… shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.” Source: http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do?action=Article&id=7115
1843 – Charles Dickens’ classic story “A Christmas Carol” is published. Source: http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do?action=Article&id=4185
Grab your popcorn and snuggle up for a free showing of “The Spiderwick Chronicles” and “High School Musical 2” at the Red Mountain Library. “The Spiderwick Chronicles” is PG rated, and will be shown on Wed., December 23 and “High School Musical 2” is G rated, and will be shown on Wed., December 30. Both [...]
