Actor Hugh O’Brian — born Hugh Charles Krampe — is best known for his role as Wyatt Earp on the ABC Western series The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp. He died of natural causes on Sept. 5, 2016 at the age of 91.
1882 - The first Labor Day parade took place in New York City. Organized by the Central Labor Union, the historic event drew an estimated 20,000 workers.
Fact of the Day
Texas has its own electrical grid, separate from the rest of the U.S. This was done for political purposes so that they didn't have to deal with federal regulations.
Nature Oddities
Gorillas rarely attack humans. When they show aggression toward humans, it’s usually a bluff or a display to show them who’s in charge.
Food and Drink
Beets contain 6-9 grams of natural sugar, more than any other vegetable, yet they remain low in calories. A 1-cup serving is 60 calories.