(Above: This is relevant this week, but only from a historical perspective.) February 21, 1970 It's the day after the Georgia legislature unanimously approved the Nineteenth Amendment. If you're confused, you're not alone: the 19th was ratified in 1920 and gave women the right to vote. The measure was largely symbolic, as women had been … Continue reading New this week in ’70: February 21
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New this week in ’70: February 14
(Above: Sabbath at 50.) February 14, 1970 Heavy metal turns fifty this week. The LP considered by many to be the first metal record, the eponymous Black Sabbath, was released in Britain on February 13. It'll go on to be a big hit there and not see release until June 1 in the States, where … Continue reading New this week in ’70: February 14
New this week in ’70: February 7
(Above: Fore.) February 7, 1970 It's the fiftieth anniversary of an errant golf ball. Pro golfer Doug Sanders gets beaned by a shot from Vice President Spiro Agnew at the Bob Hope Desert Classic. They were playing in the same foursome, which makes it all the more strange. The next day, two celebrities are born: … Continue reading New this week in ’70: February 7
New this week in 1970: January 17 and 24
(Above: Curt Flood of the St. Louis Cardinals) January 17-24, 1970 This post combines two weeks into one to play catch-up. Among the history to cover is the final event of the AFL on the 17th. The final AFL All-Star Game takes place in Houston, and the West beats the East 26-3. The newly … Continue reading New this week in 1970: January 17 and 24
