On This Day in History

JUNE 5

Events:
1805- 1st recorded tornado in "Tornado Alley", Southern Illinois
1876- Bananas become popular in U.S., at Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia
1907- Automatic washer and dryer are introduced
1945- Opera "Peter Grimes of Benjamin Britten," premieres in London
1952- 1st sporting event televised nationally-Walcott vs Charles boxing
1956- Elivs Presley introduces his new single "Hound Dog" on The Milton Berle Show, scandalizing the audience with his suggestive hip movements.

Births:
1956- Kenny G Born
1961- Anthony Burger born

Wedding:
2010- Frye/Gossett!!!!!