Statistically, someone across our vast home and native land is likely to have less-than-ideal weather for the Canada Day holiday. If it's the turn of your corner of Canada this year, take heart: At ...

In 1847, the first U.S. postage stamps were issued. In 1859, the first intercollegiate baseball game was played in Pittsfield, Mass., and it was a high-scoring contest. Amherst beat Williams, 66-32.

The first day of July is annually dedicated to Canada Day, a commemoration of the Canadian Confederation's establishment. This momentous occasion, central to the nation's past, transpired in 1867 as ...