Historical Events
Golf Tournament
LPGA Western Open Women's Golf, Skokie CC: Betsy Rawls defeats Betty Jameson, 1 up in the final
- Philippine School of Commerce, through a republic act, is converted to Philippine College of Commerce; later to be the Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Famous Birthdays
- Judith Bingham, British mezzo-soprano, and contemporary classical composer, born in Nottingham, England
- Kôichi Mashimo, Japanese anime director (Bee Train Production), born in Tokyo
- Marcella Detroit [Levy], American rock vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter ("Lay Down Sally"), born in Detroit, Michigan
Famous Deaths
- Wop May, Canadian aviator, flying ace in the WWI, dies at 56
Died in 1952 1952 Highlights
About June 21, 1952
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 10 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Cancer
