What happened on Friday October 15, 1937?

About October 15th, 1937, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Japanese Imperial Army established the North Shanxi Autonomous Government in Datong, a puppet state designed to extend Japanese control and influence in northern China during the Second Sino-Japanese War.
  • Day of the week: October 15th, 1937 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
  • Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie

More about October 15th, 1937? See below for more news and curiosities on October 15th, 1937.

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October 15, 1937: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 15, 1937:

  • Japanese Puppet State Established in North Shanxi The Japanese Imperial Army established the North Shanxi Autonomous Government in Datong, a puppet state designed to extend Japanese control and influence in northern China during the Second Sino-Japanese War.
  • Ernest Hemingway's 'To Have and Have Not' Published Ernest Hemingway published his novel 'To Have and Have Not', a work exploring themes of economic struggle and survival during the Great Depression, which follows the story of Harry Morgan, a fishing boat captain forced into smuggling to support his family.
  • 'Heidi' Film Released The beloved musical drama film 'Heidi', starring child actress Shirley Temple and Jean Hersholt, was released, bringing Johanna Spyri's classic Swiss children's novel to the big screen and delighting audiences worldwide.
  • Tony Lazzeri Released by Yankees The New York Yankees released veteran player Tony Lazzeri, ending his tenure with the storied baseball franchise. Lazzeri, a key member of the legendary 'Murderers' Row' lineup, was a significant figure in the team's success during the 1920s and early 1930s.

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October 15, 1937: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was October 15, 1937?


October 15, 1937 was a Friday and it was the 288th day of the year 1937 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 15, 1937 can also be written as 10/15/1937 in the US and as 15/10/1937 in UK and Europe.

October 15, 1937 in October 1937 calendar

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Who was born on October 15, 1937?


Famous people born on October 15, 1937:

  • Linda Lavin
    Linda Lavin

    Renowned American actress, director, and producer best known for her iconic role in the TV series 'Alice'.

  • Barry McGuire

    American folk singer-songwriter famous for his protest song 'Eve of Destruction', a significant anthem of the 1960s counterculture and...

  • André Kaspi
  • Giovanni Rana

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October 15, 1937: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 15, 1937:

  • James A. Marcus
  • Renato Paresce
  • Arthur Zborzil

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October 15, 1937: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 15th is Libra.

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October 15, 1937: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 15, 1937 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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October 15, 1937: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 15, 1937 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 15, 1937 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 October 15, 1937 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 83% full, rising at 02:41 pm and setting at 02:21 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 20, 1937 while the next full moon would come on Oct 19, 1937.

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How old is someone born on October 15, 1937?


Someone born on October 15, 1937 is:

87 years 7 months old,

or 1051 months and 22 days old,

or 4573 weeks

or 32011 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 15, 1937?

There are 131 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 15th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 15, 1937?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on October 15, 1937.

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