Category Archives: history

A look back: November 17

1951:

Denise McNair was born.

1977:

Conviction of 1963 church bombing suspect Robert Chambliss.

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A look back: November 16

1907:

The Iron Bowl ended in a 6-6 tie at the Alabama State Fairgrounds.

1992:

The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute opened to the general public. Read more about their recent honor over on Timetable.

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A look back: November 15

1959:

Raymond Burr

Actor Raymond Burr was made an honorary Birmingham Police captain during a visit promoting Christmas seals.

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A look back: November 14

1966:

8 finalists for the design of the Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center were announced.

1992:

The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute opened. Go on over and make a visit to a jewel in this hidden city.

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A look back: November 13

1904:

Albert Boutwell

Lieutenant Governor and Birmingham Mayor Albert Boutwell was born in Montgomery.

1927:

Actor Hal Lynch was born in Birmingham.

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A look back: November 10

1903:

Birmingham Real estate developer, rancher, viticulturist and noted inventor Mary Anderson was granted the first patent for a windshield wiper.

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A look back: November 9

1821:

Isreal Pickens succeeded Thomas Bibb to become the third Governor of Alabama.

1939:

Auburn and Dadeville High Schools played the first game at Auburn Stadium.

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