Other Notable Events for October 7

History & Quotes / October 07, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1913, for the first time, Henry Ford's entire Highland Park automobile factory was run on a continuously moving assembly line.

In 1916, Georgia Tech defeated Cumberland ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for October 7

History & Quotes / October 07, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Signer of the Declaration of Independence Caesar Rodney in 1728
- scientist Niels Bohr in 1885
- Nation of Islam leader Elijah Muhammad in 1897
- actor June ...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / October 07, 2024

Today is Monday, Oct. 7, the 281st day of 2024 with 85 to follow.

The moon is waxing. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.

This Day in History, October 7

History & Quotes / October 07, 2024

On October 7th, 1769, Captain Cook discovered New Zealand.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / October 06, 2024

A thought for the day: I have always looked on disobedience toward the oppressive as the only way to use the miracle of having been born. I have always looked on the silence of those who do not react or who indeed applaud ...Read More

Other Notable Events for October 6

History & Quotes / October 06, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1853, Antioch College opened in Yellow Springs, Ohio, as the first non-sectarian school to offer equal opportunity for both men and women.

In 1889, Thomas Edison debuts his...Read More