Al Capone Convicted
It took two years to get him but Al Capone was finally convicted in October 1931. The gangster’s reputation and lifestyle were legendary. The Feds could never nail him for his brazen gambling, prostitution and bootlegging rackets but President Hoover’s orders to get Public Enemy Number 1 on income tax evasion did the trick.
Hawaii Joins the Union
On August 21, 1959, Hawaii’s 6.5-thousand miles of lush land along with 600,000 people officially ... more
Wilt Chamberlain's Record Setting Game
After almost 60 years, his record remains unbroken. On March 2, 1962, basketball legend Wilt ... more
