September 5
What happened on this day:
1774 The First Continental Congress gathers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
1836 The Republic of Texas elects Sam Houston as president.
1906 The first legal forward pass is thrown in an American football game.
1960 Muhammad Ali wins the Olympic gold medal in boxing
1997 Mother Teresa, Nobel Peace Prize winner, dies.
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Famous Birthdays:
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1847 Jesse James : Outlaw
1929 Bob Newhart : Comedian
1940 Raquel Welch : Movie Actress
1946 Freddy Mercury : Singer for Queen
1951 Michael Keaton : Movie Actor
1973 Rose McGowan : Movie Actress
1986 Colt McCoy : Pro NFL Football player
