Famous Birthdays
- John Everett Watts, American composer (Elegy for Chimney), new music promoter (Composers & Choreographers Theater), synthesizer player, and educator (New School, 1969-82), born in Maryville, Tennessee (d. 1982)
- Michael Bilirakis, American politician, Republican U.S. House of Representatives from Florida, born in Tarpon Springs, Florida
About July 16, 1930
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 93 years, 9 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Cancer