Historical Events
- American chemist Percy L. Julian at the Glidden Company announces an improved method for producing cortisone
- Pirates Ralph Kiner hits his 54th HR & NL record 16th in September
Famous Birthdays
- Eleanor Alberga, Jamaican contemporary music composer, based in London (Arise, Athena!), born in Kingston, Jamaica
- Michel Tognini, French test pilot and astronaut (Soyuz TM-15, sk: STS 93), born in Vincennes, France
About September 30, 1949
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 6 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Libra
