1872
Alcorn A&M College opened.
1883
Eubie Blake, pianist, born.
1926
Carter G. Woodson creates Negro History Week.
In 1976 it became Black History Month.
1945
Irwin Molison appointed judge of the US Customs
Court.
1946
Filibuster in U.S. Senate killed FEPC bill.
**Information about FEPC BILL:
http://www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb/indi...hts_radio.html ***
1967
Comedian, author, recording artist, actor, and talk show host Chris Rock was born in South Carolina. He will become a critically comedian, hosting his self titled show on HBO. He will also bring to the forefront a boycott of the flag of his birthplace. He will star in and make a few movies of his own.