Historical Events
- First animal conceived by artificial insemination (rabbit) displayed
- First jet plane, Heinkel He 178, demonstrated to German Air Ministry
Catholic Encyclical
Pope Pius XII publishes encyclical Sertum laetitiae
Famous Birthdays
- Barbara Bosson, American actress (Hill Street Blues - "Fay Furillo"; Hooperman; Murder One), born in Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania (d. 2023)
About November 1, 1939
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 5 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Scorpio
