Grover Cleveland Alexander is elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. 1958 — Canadian born Willie O’Ree becomes the NHL’s first black player for the Boston Bruins. 1972 — The Lakers’ Jerry West, hits a ...
This article is part one in a series by Robert Mendick, chief reporter, and Julian Simmonds, photographer, who are exploring Donald Trump’s America before his inauguration. Please check back for part ...