Historical Events
- English architect Michael Ventris says he has solved one of the 20th century's greatest linguistic riddles, by deciphering Linear B in BBC interview. Is an ancient form of Greek on clay tablets from Minoan palace of Knossos. [1]
- The first NASCAR Grand National event is run outside of the US with Buddy Shuman winning the 200-lap race at Stamford Park, Ontario, Canada
Famous Birthdays
Dan Aykroyd (72 years old)
Canadian-American comedian, writer. actor (SNL, 1975-79; Ghostbusters; Driving Miss Daisy), and harmonica player (The Blues Brothers), born in Ottawa, Ontario
- Leon "Ndugu" Chancler, American pop, funk and jazz session and touring drummer, (Michael Jackson - "Billie Jean"; George Duke; Herbie Hancock), composer, and producer, born in Shreveport, Louisiana (d. 2018)
- Steve Shutt, Canadian Hockey HOF left wing (Stanley Cup 1973, 76, 77, 78, 79 Montreal Canadiens), born in North York, Ontario
- Tim Tobias, American jazz and session keyboardist, and soundtrack composer, born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 2006)
Famous Deaths
- Fráňa Šrámek, Czech poet, novelist, playwright, and anarchist, dies at 74
Died in 1952 1952 Highlights
About July 1, 1952
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 72 years and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Cancer
