History

Out of the past: Jan. 22

History

January 22

Out of the past: Jan. 22Saint Francis Medical Center considers adding obstetrics to become a full-service hospital. A Missouri farm couple wins a national award, while Cape Girardeau debates school closures and a new jail site.

Today in History: Jan. 22

January 22

Today in History: Jan. 22On Jan. 22, 1973, the U.S. Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision established a constitutional right to abortion, later overturned in 2022. Other notable events include Queen Victoria's death in 1901 and Kobe Bryant's 81-point game in 2006.

Today in History: Jan. 21

January 21

Today in History: Jan. 21On Jan. 21, historical events include the U.S. reporting its first COVID-19 case in 2020, King Louis XVI's execution in 1793, Lenin's death in 1924, and the Women's March in 2017. Notable birthdays include Jack Nicklaus and Geena Davis.

Out of the past: Jan. 21

January 21

Out of the past: Jan. 21A Chicago company revives Cape Girardeau's shoe industry, while a small explosive causes minor damage at a Sikeston Taco Bell. Historical highlights include a 1925 filling station approval and a 1950 road repaving debate.

Today in History: Jan. 20

January 20

Today in History: Jan. 20On Jan. 20, 1981, Iran released 52 American hostages after 444 days. Notable events on this date include Hong Kong's cession to Britain in 1841 and Barack Obama's 2009 inauguration as the first Black U.S. president.

Out of the past: Jan. 19

January 19

Out of the past: Jan. 19A look back at Jan. 19 reveals key historical moments: the opening of Barbara Blanchard Elementary in 2000, a city landmark barn's transformation in 1975, and a challenging icy weather event in 1950.

Out of the past: Jan. 20

January 19

Out of the past: Jan. 20A pipe bomb was safely detonated near the Mississippi River in 2000, while Cape Girardeau awaits funding for a new vocational school. Historical highlights include hotel openings and board elections.

Today in History: Jan. 19

January 19

Today in History: Jan. 19On Jan. 19, 1937, Howard Hughes set a transcontinental air speed record. Other notable events include Verdi's "Il Trovatore" premiere in 1853 and Indira Gandhi's 1966 election as India's PM.

From the Morgue: Preserving Bertling Cemetery

January 18

From the Morgue: Preserving Bertling CemeteryA forgotten piece of Cape Girardeau history, Bertling Cemetery was revived through community efforts. Scouts and locals worked to preserve this 19th-century burial site, revealing its German Lutheran roots.

Captured on Film: Ice storm damages utility lines, trees

January 18

Captured on Film: Ice storm damages utility lines, treesA 1927 ice storm in Cape Girardeau wreaked havoc on utility lines and trees, severely affecting the Teachers College campus and Common Pleas Courthouse Park.

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