What Happened on November 8, 1928

Historical Events

Treasure Girl

George and Ira Gershwin's musical "Treasure Girl" premieres in NYC

Famous Birthdays

  • Des Corcoran, Australian politician (Premier of South Australia. 1979; Member of Parliament, 1962-82), born in Millicent, South Australia

Famous Deaths

  • Mauritz Stiller [Moshe Stiller], Swedish actor and director (The Saga of Gösta Berling, Erotikon), dies from an infective pleurisy at 45
Died in 1928 1928 Highlights

About November 8, 1928

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 95 years, 6 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Scorpio