We recall that George Washington was elected as the first president of the US on this day in 1789. President Washington showed respect for the US Constitution, an important accomplishment. He served two terms, retired to Virginia in 1797 and died in 1799.
It's hard to believe but Karen Carpenter died in 1983. It was a shock to say the least. Later we learned that her death was related to anorexia. What a tragic story!