First Execution by Electric Chair
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On August 6, 1890, the first execution by electric chair was carried out at Auburn Prison in New York. The use of the electric chair represented a significant shift in the method of capital punishment, marking a departure from traditional methods such as hanging and the guillotine. The condemned man, William Kemmler, was executed after […]
Idaho Becomes the 43rd State
On July 3, 1890, Idaho was admitted to the Union as the 43rd state of the United States. The state’s admission marked a period of rapid growth and development in the American West, characterized by mining, agriculture, and the expansion of the railroads. Idaho’s statehood is a celebration of its rich resources and diverse landscapes, […]
The United Mine Workers of America is Founded
On this day in 1890, the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) was founded, becoming a prominent labor union that played a crucial role in advocating for the rights of coal miners.
Sequoia National Park
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Established as a national park by Congress on Sept. 25, 1890, Sequoia National Park is the second-oldest U.S. national park after Yellowstone. This national park borders Kings Canyon National Park.