Historical Events
- NYC passes bill prohibiting racism in city-assisted housing
- San Francisco City Hall dome fire
Famous Birthdays
- Larry Finch, American college basketball coach (University of Memphis 1986-97), born in Memphis, Tennessee (d. 2011)
- Super Chikan [James Johnson], American blues guitarist (Chikadelic), born in Darling, Mississippi
- William Katt, American actor (Greatest American Hero, Carrie), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Henri Velge, 1st chairman (Belgian Council of State), dies at 65
- Hisatada Otaka, Japanese conductor (Japan Symphony Orchestra, 1942-51), and composer, dies at 39
Died in 1951 1951 Highlights
About February 16, 1951
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 73 years, 2 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius
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