Historical Events
- Test Cricket debut of Walter Hammond, who scored 51 & took 5-36 v S Af
Famous Birthdays
- Mary Higgins Clark, American suspense novelist (Cry in the Night; Stillwatch), born in The Bronx, New York (d. 2023)
- Teresa Stich-Randall, American soprano (Vienna State Opera), born in New Hartford, Connecticut (d. 2007)
About December 24, 1927
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 96 years, 3 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn
