Historical Events
Ruth's 1st World Series HR
Babe Ruth hits 1st World Series home run; only Sunday game ever pitched by Carl Mays
Famous Birthdays
- Dot Wilkinson, American pro bowler (WIBC Queen's Tournament 1962, WIBC singles title 1963) and softball player (19 x All American), born in Phoenix, Arizona (d. 2023)
- Michel Boisrond, French film director and screenwriter, born in Châteauneuf-en-Thymerais, France (d. 2002)
About October 9, 1921
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 102 years, 6 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Libra