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What Happened on August 21, 1901

Historical Events

  • Baltimore Orioles pitcher Joe McGinnity is suspended from MLB for punching & spitting on umpire Tom Connolly in previous day's 5-2 loss to Detroit Tigers; lifetime suspension reduced to 12 days
1901 Highlights

About August 21, 1901

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 122 years, 11 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo