Famous Birthdays
- Elmer Fudd [originally Egghead], Warner Bros. cartoon character created by Tex Avery and Chuck Jones (Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series), first debut as Egghead in "Egghead Rides Again"
- Jose Ignacio Cabrujas, writer
Famous Deaths
- Henri-Constant-Gabriel Pierne, French composer, dies at 73
Died in 1937 1937 Highlights
About July 17, 1937
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 86 years, 9 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Cancer
