Today in History revisits the Saturday, April 13, 1963, edition of the Obituary in which an article out of Rugby, North Dakota. The headline about the rampant gossip and rumors about local law enforcement had gotten out of hand, prompting police and the sheriff to publicly urge residents to stop spreading false stories. The rumors… Continue reading Today in History: April 13, 1963 – ‘Gossip’ notices publicizes Rugby, ND – Obituary
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Racing Legend Parnelli Jones, 1963 Indy 500 Champion, Dies at 90
254 Parnelli Jones, the iconic 1963 Indianapolis 500 winner, passed away on June 4, 2024, at the age of 90. Jones, known for his remarkable racing career and his pioneering achievement as the first driver to qualify for the Indianapolis 500 at speeds exceeding 150 mph, died at Torrance Memorial Medical Center following a battle… Continue reading Racing Legend Parnelli Jones, 1963 Indy 500 Champion, Dies at 90