Historical Events
Fokker F.VII
1st Dutch airliner, the Fokker F.VII takes off from Amsterdam for Batavia (Java) [1]
Paavo Nurmi World Records
Finnish distance runner Paavo Nurmi runs world record 4 mile (19:15.4) & 5 mile (24:06.2) at Vilpuri, Russia
- MLB Commissioner Kenesaw Landis bans NY Giants outfielder Jimmy O'Connell & coach Cozy Dolan from World Series after they attempt to bribe Phillies shortstop Heinie Sand
Famous Birthdays
Jimmy Carter (99 years old)
American Democratic politician and 39th US President (1977-81), born in Plains, Georgia
- Roger Williams [Louis Jacob Weertz], American popular music pianist ("Born Free"), born in Omaha, Nebraska (d. 2011)
- William Rehnquist, American lawyer and 16th Chief Justice of the United States (1986-2005), born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (d. 2005)
1924 Highlights
About October 1, 1924
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 99 years, 6 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
