Historical Events
In The Mood
"In The Mood" by Glenn Miller hits #1
Tom & Jerry
First "Tom and Jerry" cartoon "Puss Gets the Boot" created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera is released to theatres by MGM
- US female Figure Skating championship won by Joan Tozzer
Famous Birthdays
- Hamish Imlach, Scottish folk-comic singer-songwriter ("Cod Liver Oil and the Orange Juice"), born in Calcutta, British India (d. 1996)
- Jimmy Merchant, American rock vocalist (Frankie Lymon & Teenagers - "Why Do Fools Fall In Love"), born in New York City
- Kenny Rankin, American singer-songwriter ("Peaceful"), born in Washington Heights, New York City (d. 2009)
- Mary Rand, English field athlete (Olympic long jump gold 6.76m WR 1964), born in Wells, Somerset
- Peter Middleton, CEO (Lloyd's)
About February 10, 1940
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 2 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aquarius