Historical Events
- Panic of 1907: A run on Knickerbocker Trust Company stock leads to US wide run on banks
Ringling Bros. Buys Barnum & Bailey
Ringling Brothers Greatest Show on Earth buys Barnum & Bailey circus
Famous Birthdays
- Henriette Wyeth, American artist known for her portraits, born in Wilmington, Delaware (d. 1997)
Jimmie Foxx (1907-1967)
American Baseball HOF first baseman (9 x MLB All Star; World Series 1929, 30; AL MVP 1932, 33, 38; Triple Crown 1933; Philadelphia A's, Boston RS), born in Sudlersville, Maryland
About October 22, 1907
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 116 years, 6 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Libra
