Historical Events
- Britain's military service act enforced (conscription)
- NL votes down a proposal by Giants, Braves, & Cubs to increase club player limit from 21 to 22 (The Reds want to decrease to 20)
Famous Birthdays
- Tex Hughson, American baseball player (d. 1993)
Famous Deaths
- Hynek Vojáček, Czech composer, dies at 90
- Jack Barrett, Australian cricketer (2 Tests for Australia 1890), dies at 49
Died in 1916 1916 Highlights
About February 9, 1916
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 108 years, 2 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aquarius
