TODAY IN HISTORY

1790

The U.S. Coast Guard began as President George Washington authorized a group of revenue cutters to enforce tariff. trade laws and prevent smuggling.

1892

Andrew Borden and his wife, Abby, were axed to death in their home in Fall River, Massachusetts. Lizzie Borden, Andrew’s daughter from a previous marriage, was accused of the killings, but acquitted at trial.

1987

The Federal Communications Commission voted 4-0 to abolish the Fairness Doctrine, which required radio and television stations to present balanced coverage of controversial issues.