OTD: September 9, 1944 - Lieutenant C.O. Huttoe Suspended
On September 9, 1944, Lieutenant CO Huttoe, head of the city's moral’s squad, was suspended by the Miami Police Department on multiple charges of participating in politics.
OTD: September 10, 1925 - City of Hialeah Incorporated
On Thursday, September 10, 1925, the City of Hialeah was incorporated during the height of South Florida’s great real estate boom. The new municipality developed rapidly from land promoted beginning in 1921 by aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss and Missouri cattleman James H. Bright, who envisioned Hialeah as a residential community and center for recreation west of Miami.
By the time of incorporation, Hialeah had grown to a population of roughly 1,500 residents and already featured new neighborhoods, businesses, municipal services, and recreational attractions. J.P. Grethen was selected as the city’s first mayor, receiving a unanimous 234 votes.
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OTD: September 14, 1898 - Remembering Julia Tuttle
Remembering Julia Tuttle on the anniversary of her passing on September 14, 1898. She was only 49 years of age at the time of her death. She is a principal founding pioneer of the City of Miami and is fondly remembered for her vision and contributions for the creation of what became the Magic City.
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OTD: September 14, 1933 - Roddy Burdine Gets Re-Married
On September 14, 1933, Roddy Burdine, the prince merchant of Burdines Department Store, got married to Lillian Jennette Chapman. Lillian was Roddy's second wife.
OTD: September 15, 1850 - Coconut Grove Pioneer Kirk Munroe was Born
On September 15, 1850, Kirk Munroe, early Coconut Grove pioneer, writer and conservationist, was born in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. Explorer, author and adventurer are three words to describe Munroe. He traveled the world and wrote stories based on his experiences. He arrived and settled in Coconut Grove ten years prior to Miami incorporating as a city. For more information about Munroe, click the ‘Read More’ button below.
OTD: September 15, 1961 - Legendary Dolphin’s Quarterback Dan Marino was Born
On September 15, 1961, Miami Dolphin quarterback legend, Dan Marino, was born in Pittsburgh, PA. Dolphin fans miss the days when Dan would "pick a guy and let it fly".
OTD: September 15, 1903 - Miami Evening Record Published First Newspaper
On September 15, 1903, Frank B. Stoneman, father to environmentalist and writer Marjory Stoneman Douglas, began publishing the Miami Evening Record. In 1910, the paper reorganized and became the Miami Herald under the leadership of Stoneman and Frank B. Shutts.
OTD: September 16, 1916 - Dr. Jackson’s Residence and Office Diverted to Brickell
On September 16, 1916, Dr. James Jackson's home and office / surgery center were diverted and moved by barge from downtown Miami to South Bayshore Drive and 12th Terrace, in the Brickell neighborhood. The buildings were originally destined for Ocean Beach, or the future Miami Beach, before the change in destination moved them to the Brickell neighborhood.
OTD: September 16, 1928 - Deadly Hurricane Floods Lake Okeechobee
On September 16, 1928, a massive storm, known as the San Felipe Segundo hurricane, hit Florida near West Palm Beach and proceeded to dump tons of water into Lake Okeechobee. The loss of life was estimated over 2000 people. It was one of the deadliest hurricanes ever recorded in the North America basin. The storm killed an estimated 2,500 people, with most of the fatalities near Lake Okeechobee.
Brickell Avenue Neighborhood Book
Get your signed copy of the Brickell Avenue Neighborhood Book by ordering online on the Miami History Blog website. The book shares a pictorial history of the Brickell neighborhood from 1870 through the 1980s. Read more about the contents of this book and purchase your copy by clicking on the ‘Learn More’ button below. Scroll to the bottom of the page to purchase your signed copy online.