What Happened on April 17, 1925

Historical Events

Ruth's Ulcer Surgery

NY Yankee Babe Ruth has ulcer surgery

  • Paul PainlevĂ© succeeds Edouard Herriot as French premier

Famous Birthdays

  • John Yates, Anglican bishop (Bishop of Lambeth), born in Burslem, Staffordshire (d. 2008)
Born in 1925
1925 Highlights

About April 17, 1925

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 98 years, 11 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aries