Historical Events
Browns Sign Paige
St Louis Browns sign pitcher Satchel Paige, 45
Famous Birthdays
- David Pomeranz, American singer, composer, lyricist, and writer for musical theater ("On This Day"), born in New York City
- Dennis "Dee Tee" Thomas, American funk saxophonist (Kool & The Gang - "Who's Gonna Take The Weight"), born in Jersey City, New Jersey (d. 2021) [1]
- Jay Inslee, American politician, Governor of Washington (2013-), Rep-D-Washington (1993-5, 1999-2012), born in Seattle, Washington
- Penny Peyser, American actress (Rich Man Poor Man, Knots Landing), born in Irvington, New York
Famous Deaths
- Eddy Duchin, American pianist and bandleader (Eddy Duchin Orchestra), dies of acute myelogenous leukemia at 41
Died in 1951 1951 Highlights
About February 9, 1951
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 73 years, 2 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake
Year of the Horse
Year of the Goat/Sheep
Year of the Monkey