On This Day September 12th

OTD 

September 12 is the 255th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 110 days remain until the end of the year.

Events

1609 – Henry Hudson begins his exploration of the Hudson River while aboard the Halve Maen.

1762 – The Sultanate of Sulu ceded Balambangan Island to the British East India Company

1846 – Elizabeth Barrett elopes with Robert Browning.

1848 – A new constitution marks the establishment of Switzerland as a federal state.

1906 – Viscount Tredegar opened The Newport Transporter Bridge in Newport, South Wales.

1915 – French soldiers rescue over 4,000 Armenian genocide survivors stranded on Musa Dagh.

1933 – Leó Szilárd, waiting for a red light on Southampton Row in Bloomsbury, conceives the idea of the nuclear chain reaction.

1958 – Jack Kilby demonstrates the first working integrated circuit while working at Texas Instruments.

1962 – President John F. Kennedy delivers his "We choose to go to the Moon" speech at Rice University.

1984 – Dwight Gooden sets the baseball record for strikeouts in a season by a rookie with 276, previously set by Herb Score with 246 in 1954. Gooden's 276 strikeouts that season, pitched in 218 innings, set the current record.

2013 – NASA confirms that its Voyager 1 probe has become the first manmade object to enter interstellar space.


Birthdays

1590 – María de Zayas, Spanish writer (d. 1661)

1768 – Benjamin Carr, English American singer-songwriter, educator, and publisher (d. 1831)

1812 – Richard March Hoe, American engineer and businessman, invented the Rotary printing press (d. 1886)

1818 – Richard Jordan Gatling, American inventor, invented the Gatling gun (d. 1903)

1880 – H. L. Mencken, American journalist and critic (d. 1956)

1913 – Jesse Owens, American sprinter and long jumper (d. 1980)

1931 – George Jones, American singer-songwriter and guitarist (d. 2013)

1944 – Barry White, American singer-songwriter (d. 2003)

1952 – Neil Peart, Canadian drummer, songwriter, and producer (d. 2020)

1967 – Louis C.K., American comedian, actor, producer, and screenwriter

1980 – Yao Ming, Chinese basketball player

1989 – Andrew Luck, American football player


Holidays and Observances

National Day of Encouragement.

  Encouragement is a magical elixir that can transform lives and propel individuals to new heights of success and personal growth. Picture a student nervously awaiting their exam results; a few words of encouragement from a teacher can make all the difference in their confidence and future endeavors. Similarly, in the workplace, a manager who offers constructive feedback in an encouraging tone can inspire employees to excel in their tasks and embrace challenges with enthusiasm. This positive energy has a ripple effect, creating a nurturing environment where everyone can thrive.

 In our daily lives, encouragement serves as the backbone of our relationships. Consider a close friend who listens empathetically during tough times, providing unwavering support. Such encouragement helps us navigate life's storms and empowers us to bounce back more robust and resilient than ever. Recognizing each other's strengths and offering affirmation builds trust, bolsters self-esteem, and cultivates trust and camaraderie.

 Moreover, encouragement isn't just a one-way street; it's a two-way exchange that fosters mutual growth. When we encourage others, we also inspire ourselves. Just as a coach motivates their team to victory, we can be our cheerleaders, reminding ourselves of our abilities and potential. So, let's embrace the transformative power of encouragement, nurturing the dreams and aspirations of those around us and, in turn, fueling our journey to success and fulfillment.


Others Include

National Chocolate Milkshake Day

National Policewoman Day

National Report Medicare Fraud Day

National Video Games Day

United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation



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