What happened on Sunday June 17, 1923?

Here's what happened on June 17, 1923:

• First 'Dry Sunday' in Northern Ireland Northern Ireland implemented a ban on Sunday alcohol sales, creating a unique social phenomenon where towns just across the border in the Irish Free State were suddenly inundated with thirsty visitors seeking to purchase and consume alcohol.
• Birth of Elroy 'Crazylegs' Hirsch Elroy Hirsch was born, who would become a legendary American football player known for his exceptional athletic skills and versatility. He would later play in both the AAFC and NFL, primarily with the Los Angeles Rams, and become a Hall of Fame athlete.
• Mount Etna Eruption Mount Etna, one of the world's most active volcanoes located in Sicily, Italy, experienced a significant eruption characterized by several loud explosions, demonstrating the ongoing geological activity of this prominent volcanic landmark.
• Release of 'Human Wreckage' The anti-drug film 'Human Wreckage' was released by Film Booking Offices of America, produced by Dorothy Davenport as a tribute and commentary following the death of her husband, actor Wallace Reid, who struggled with drug addiction.
• Stan Laurel Comedy Film Release The comedy film 'Pick and Shovel' starring Stan Laurel was released, contributing to the early development of comedy cinema and the emerging career of one of the most famous comedy duos in film history.

Events in 1923

June 17, 1923: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jun. 17, 1923

June 17, 1923 was a Sunday and it was the 168th day of the year 1923 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 17, 1923 can also be written as 6/17/1923 in the US and as 17/6/1923 in UK and Europe.

June 17, 1923 in June 1923 calendar

Famous people born on June 17, 1923:

• Elroy Hirsch

  Legendary American football player known for his exceptional speed and agility, playing in the NFL and AAFC during the mid-20th century.

• Claude Santelli

  French screenwriter and film director who created 25 films between 1968 and 1996, contributing significantly to French cinema.

• Arnold S. Relman

  American physician and academic (d. 2014).

• Dale C. Thomson

  Canadian historian, author, and academic (b. 1923).

Famous people born in 1923

Famous people born on June 17th

Famous people died on June 17, 1923:

• Carlo Pollonera

Famous people who died in 1923

Famous people who died on June 17th

June 17, 1923: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 17, 1923 was Dearest (You're the Nearest to My Heart) by Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week June 11th and June 17th.

1. Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra - Dearest (You're the Nearest to My Heart)
2. John McCormack - The Lost Chord
3. Isham Jones & His Orchestra - Farewell Blues

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 17th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 17, 1923: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 17, 1923 is Pig and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 17, 1923 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 17, 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 June 17, 1923 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 13% full, rising at 08:26 am and setting at 10:49 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 30, 1923 while the next full moon would come on Jun 28, 1923.

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Your place in the Universe on June 17, 1923

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Someone born on June 17, 1923 is:

102 years and 19 days old,

or 1224 months and 19 days old,

or 5325 weeks

or 37275 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 17, 1923?

There are 346 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday June 17th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 17, 1923?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on June 17, 1923.

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