Historical Events
- 1st Dutch government of Louis Beel forms
- The Cape Passive Resistance Council is formed at a mass meeting in Cape Town, attended by 1,500 people
Famous Birthdays
- John Klemmer, American composer and saxophonist, born in Chicago, Illinois
- Johnny Lee [Ham], American country music singer ("Lookin' For Love"), born in Texas City, Texas
- Michael Shea, American sci-fi author (World Fantasy Award: Nifft the Lean, Growlimb), born in Los Angeles, California (d. 2014)
About July 3, 1946
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 9 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Cancer