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On this day

In 1849, Lord Elgin, the Governor General of Canada signs the Rebellion Losses Bill.

In 1901, New York becomes the first state to make license plates for vehicles a requirement.

In 1954, the first solar battery is announced, made by Bell Labs. Its efficiency was six per cent.

In 1978, the Phillie Phanatic (mascot) makes his first appearance.

In 1993, the New England Patriots select quarterback Drew Bledsoe, out of Washington State, first overall in the NFL draft.

In 2009, the Detroit Lions select quarterback Matthew Stafford, out of Georgia, first overall in the NFL draft.

In 2019, Joe Biden announces his campaign for U.S. president.

National holidays

Today is National Telephone Day, National Zucchini Bread Day, National DNA Day, National Lingerie Day, National Hairstylist Appreciation Day, and National Hug a Plumber Day.

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Celebrity birthdays

If your birthday is today, you share a birthday with actor Al Pacino (83), actor Hank Azaria (59), actress Renee Zellweger (54), retired NBA star Tim Duncan (47), NBA Commissioner Adam Silver (61), and sportscaster Joe Buck (54).

Have a wonderful Tuesday everyone!

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