Historical Events
- Dutch Prime Minister Hendrikus Colijn denies relation with German call-girl
Schmeling KOs Louis
German boxer Max Schmeling KOs up-and-coming American heavyweight Joe Louis in 12 rounds at Yankee Stadium, New York
McCarthy All-Star Manager
Joe McCarthy is named to manage AL All-Stars, rather than high-strung Mickey Cochrane, who is very close to a nervous breakdown
1936 History
Famous Birthdays
- Marisa Galvany [Myra Beth Genis], American operatic soprano (New York City Opera, 1972-84), born in Paterson, New Jersey
- Shirley Goodman, American R&B and disco singer (Shirley & Lee - "Feels So Good"; Shirley & Company - "Shame, Shame, Shame"), born in New Orleans, Louisiana (d. 2005)
Famous Deaths
- John Sharpe, cricketer (1-eyed fast bowler for England 1891-92), dies
- Tom O'Rourke, American boxing manager (George Dixon, Barbados Joe Walcott, George Gardner, Tom Sharkey), dies at 80
1936 Highlights
About June 19, 1936
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 87 years and 10 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
