Famous Birthdays
- Ann Lane Petry, American journalist and author (Street), born in Old Saybrook, Connecticut (d. 1997)
- Harmonica Frank [Floyd], American blues singer, guitarist and harmonica player, born in Toccopola, Mississippi (d. 1984)
- Paul Engle, American poet and writer (Worm Earth, American Song), born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (d. 1991)
About October 12, 1908
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 115 years, 6 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Libra
