What happened on Thursday July 05, 1923?

About July 5th, 1923, in brief:

  • Historical events: Martial law was lifted in the Kingdom of Egypt after nearly nine years, marking a significant moment in the country's political history. The British military courts released 250 political prisoners who had been detained during and after World War One, signaling a potential shift towards greater political freedom and reduced British colonial control.
  • Day of the week: July 5th, 1923 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • #1 US song: Gulf Coast Blues by Bessie Smith
  • Popular movie: Where the North Begins directed by Chester M. Franklin

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July 05, 1923: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 05, 1923:

  • End of Martial Law in Kingdom of Egypt Martial law was lifted in the Kingdom of Egypt after nearly nine years, marking a significant moment in the country's political history. The British military courts released 250 political prisoners who had been detained during and after World War One, signaling a potential shift towards greater political freedom and reduced British colonial control.
  • Ethel Barrymore Divorce Case Renowned actress Ethel Barrymore was granted a divorce from Russell G. Colt in a Providence, Rhode Island court. The divorce was based on grounds of nonsupport, with Barrymore testifying that Colt had physically abused her on multiple occasions. Neither Barrymore nor Colt were present during the court proceedings, with testimony being submitted via depositions.
  • President Harding's Alaska Voyage U.S. President Warren G. Harding departed from Tacoma, Washington aboard the U.S. Navy transport USS Henderson, embarking on a journey to Alaska. This trip was likely part of a presidential tour or diplomatic mission, reflecting the early 20th-century practice of presidents traveling to different regions of the country.

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July 05, 1923: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was July 05, 1923?


July 05, 1923 was a Thursday and it was the 186th day of the year 1923 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 05, 1923 can also be written as 7/5/1923 in the US and as 5/7/1923 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on July 05, 1923?


Famous people born on July 05, 1923:

  • Mitsuye Yamada

    Renowned Japanese American poet and activist who powerfully documented the experiences of Japanese Americans during World War II internment...

  • George Moore

    Prominent Irish literary figure of the late 19th century, known for his significant contributions to literature as an author, poet, and...

  • Gustaaf Joos
  • Angelo Turconi

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July 05, 1923: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 05, 1923:

  • Théophile Seyrig
  • Edward Robeson Taylor
  • Amedeo Vella

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July 05, 1923: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 05, 1923 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 2nd and July 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

July 05, 1923: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 05, 1923 was Gulf Coast Blues by Bessie Smith, according to the music chart for the week July 2nd and July 8th.

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July 05, 1923: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 5th is Cancer.

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July 05, 1923: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 05, 1923 is Pig and the associated element is Water.

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July 05, 1923: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 05, 1923 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 05, 1923 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on July 05, 1923 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 43% full, rising at 12:20 am and setting at 01:40 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 28, 1923 while the next full moon would come on Jul 27, 1923.

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How old is someone born on July 05, 1923?


Someone born on July 05, 1923 is:

101 years 10 months old,

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or 5314 weeks and 6 days old,

or 37204 days old,

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