September 7:

— 1846 — Raymond and Waring’s Immense Menagerie exhibited in Jamestown, continuing its tour and delighting audiences with its collection of exotic animals.

— 1954 — Persell Elementary School in Jamestown opened, providing a new educational facility for the town’s children.

— 1981 — The 10,000 Maniacs rock band gave their first public performance at Mother’s Bar in Jamestown, marking the beginning of their rise to fame.

— 1996 — The WJTN Breakfast Party, a beloved local radio show, moved to the Holiday Inn, continuing its tradition of entertaining the community.