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Steve Miller is born
Steve Miller is born in Milwaukee, Wisonsin. His parents are Bertha and George Miller. -
WWII Ends
Adolf Hitler comitted susicide, and soon armistices were signed. Street parties were held all throughout the world on VE Day. -
Vietnam War began
This war was the struggle between forces trying to unite Vietnam under a communist government. This was fought off by the United States and South Vietnam. -
Sit In
During the Greensboro Sit In, Four African-American college students went to a white-only diner and sat down, refusing to move until served. -
Hardee's Opened
This is the first Hardee's franchise that was opened. It was owned by Jim Gardner, Leonard Rawls, and Wilbur Hardee. Hardees is currently the 5th largest restaurant chain in the United States. -
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Harrison is Mayor
William B. Harriosn serves as the mayor of Rocky Mount, NC. He serves a two year term -
Chicago Move
Steve Miller moved to Chicago to get involved with local blues. -
Contract Signing
The Steve Miller Band signs a contract with Capitol Records. This was the bands landmark contract for $850,000 over 5 years and $25,000 to be used as the band wanted. -
Debut Album
The band records their debut album while in England. This album was "Children of the Future". The album was not very sucessful. -
Your Saving Grace
The Steve Miller Band releases releases the album, "Your Saving Grace" this album features 8 songs and is in the rock genre. This is the band's 4th album. -
Tour Stop
The Steve Miller band performs at the Curtis Hixtion Hall in Tampa Florida. This was part of the "Living in the USA" tour. -
Injury
Steve Miller broke his neck in a car accident on his way to an airport for a European tour. -
Sidney Blackmer Dies
Born and raised in Salisbury, North Carolina, Sidney Alderman Blackmer was buried in Chesnust Hill Cemetery in his hometown. He founded the Actor's Equity association. He starred in brodway shows as well as tv shows and movies. -
