What Happened on December 26, 1925

Historical Events

  • 1st East-West Shrine Bowl game of college football 'all-stars' played before 25,000 fans at Ewing Park, San Francisco. Proceeds continue to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children.
  • NY Americans and Pittsburgh Pirates set an NHL record by recording a combined 141 shots on goal in Americans' 3-1 win; Roy Worters makes incredible 70 saves for Pittsburgh and Jake Forbes has 67 for NY
  • The Communist Party of India is founded

Famous Birthdays

  • Baron Baker, Jamaican-born British activist, born in Port Antonia, Jamaica (d. 1996)

About December 26, 1925

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 98 years, 4 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

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