First Execution by Electric Chair
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
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.