5 things: Today in History

We've got five events on October 16 according to Historyorg.com.

1834. Much of the ancient structures of the Palace of Westminster (parliament) in London is burnt down.

1847 Charlotte Bronte's book "Jane Eyre" is published.

1921 Babe Ruth, Bob Meusel, and Bill Piercy defy Commissioner Landis ban on World Series.

1909 Jack Johnson KOs Stanley Ketchel in 12 for heavyweight boxing title.

1973 - Maynard Jackson elected 1st black mayor of Atlanta