Paul Layendecker’s “WAY BACK WHEN” TODAY! Tuesday, April 21, 2025
1876 The first ‘fire pole’ was installed in a New York City Firehouse.
Installed in New York City.
1918, Baron Manfred Von Richthofen, better known as the “Red Baron”, was shot down. He made a perfect landing with a bullet in his chest . . . then died in his plane.
1986 Geraldo Rivera was broadcast live opening Al Capone’s secret underground vault, only to find empty bottles. The show included a medical examiner should bodies be found, and agents from the Internal Revenue Service to collect any of Capone’s money that might be discovered. This show received the highest rating in syndicated TV history to that time, with an estimated 30 million viewers.
Music History:
2016 – Prince’s Passing Shocked the World. The Music icon died suddenly at age 57, prompting an outpouring of tributes worldwide. His influence spans pop, rock, funk, and beyond.
Notable Birthdays:
Retired NFL Quarterback Tony Romo 46
Actress Andie MacDowell 68
Actor Tony Danza 75
Credit to:
Thisdayinmusic.com and Thisdaytrivia.com
