Famous Birthdays
- Pete Graves [Alexander Walton], American pop and R&B vocalist (The Moonglows - "Blue Velvet"), born in Jemison, Alabama (d. 2006)
Famous Deaths
- Charles Ruys de Beerenbrouck, Dutch PM (1918-23, 29-33), dies at 62
Died in 1936 1936 Highlights
About April 17, 1936
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 88 years and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aries
