Famous People Born On This Day In History...

1804,	John Deere, pioneer manufacturer of agricultural implements.      Today, this person is/would be 208 years old.
1812,	Charles Dickens, author.      Today, this person is/would be 200 years old.
1817,	Frederick Douglas, first black to hold high rank in US government      Today, this person is/would be 195 years old.
1883,	Eubie Blake, composer      Today, this person is/would be 129 years old.
1962,	Troyal Garth Brooks - aka Garth Brooks, Singer, Songwriter.      Today, this person is/would be 50 years old.
1965,	Chris Rock, actor.      Today, this person is/would be 47 years old.
1970,	Stanley Roberts, Houston Rockets Center, #53.      Today, this person is/would be 42 years old.

      Events On This Day In History...

1827,

Ballet introduced to the U.S. at Bowery Theatre, New York City.

      And Don't Forget...

National hangover awareness day. What's the matter? To much blood in the alcohol system?