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What Happened on December 9, 1912

Famous Birthdays

  • Jim Turnesa, American golfer (PGA C'ship 1952; Ryder Cup 1953), born in New York City (d. 1971)
  • Tip O'Neill, American politician and 47th speaker of the house (D-Ma: 1977-86), born in Cambridge, Massachusetts (d. 1994)

About December 9, 1912

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 111 years, 7 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Sagittarius