Historical Events
- 118°F (48°C), Minden, Nebraska (state record)
- 121°F (49°C), near Alton, Kansas (state record)
- Generals Mola and Cabanellas form Spanish anti-government
Famous Birthdays
- (Charles) Mark Goddard, American actor (Lost in Space - "Don West"; The Detectives; Roller Boogie), and teacher, born in Lowell, Massachusetts (d. 2023)
- Ruth Buzzi, American comedienne (Laugh-In, Margie-That Girl), born in Westerly, Rhode Island
Famous Deaths
- Georg Michaelis, Chancellor of German Empire, dies at 78
- James Philip Dunn, American composer, dies at 52
Died in 1936 1936 Highlights
About July 24, 1936
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 87 years, 9 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
