Category Archives: history

A look back: December 27

1933:

Pastor James Crutcher was born in Kentucky.

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A look back: December 26

1927:

After screening a movie there the day before, Paramount President Adolph Zukor proclaimed the Alabama Theatre to be “The Showplace of the South.”

1951:

Bull Connor was arrested after being found in a hotel room with his secretary.

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A look back: December 25

1956:

Fred Shuttlesworth‘s home was bombed. He emerged from the basement unscathed.

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A look back: December 22 – 24

December 22

1972:

Babec - Birmingham Zoo

Babec was born.

December 23

2005:

Justfor Feet logo

Businessman Harold Ruttenberg died.

December 24

1950:

St. Elias Maronite Church

The first liturgy at St Elias Maronite Church‘s new church was celebrated.

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A look back: December 21

1990:

Birmingham Fire logo

Chan Gailey was named head coach of the Birmingham Fire.

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A look back: December 20

1906:

Hazel Farris poster

Hazel Farris died.

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A look back: December 19

1871:

Official flag of the City of Birmingham

Official flag of the city of Birmingham. Photo credit: André Natta/Flickr

Birmingham was incorporated; Robert Henley took office as the first mayor.

Happy Birmingham Day!

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