What happened on Wednesday October 17, 1934?

About October 17th, 1934, in brief:

  • Historical events: Harry Pierpont, a notorious criminal and close associate of John Dillinger, was executed in Ohio for the murder of Sheriff Jess Sarber during a jail break that helped free Dillinger in Lima, Ohio. This execution marked a significant moment in the law enforcement efforts to combat the wave of bank robberies and violent crimes committed by Dillinger's gang during the Great Depression era.
  • Day of the week: October 17th, 1934 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: First Quarter
  • Popular movie: The Trail Beyond directed by Robert N. Bradbury

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October 17, 1934: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 17, 1934:

  • Execution of Harry Pierpont, John Dillinger Associate Harry Pierpont, a notorious criminal and close associate of John Dillinger, was executed in Ohio for the murder of Sheriff Jess Sarber during a jail break that helped free Dillinger in Lima, Ohio. This execution marked a significant moment in the law enforcement efforts to combat the wave of bank robberies and violent crimes committed by Dillinger's gang during the Great Depression era.
  • The Aldrich Family Radio Premiere The popular American radio sitcom 'The Aldrich Family' debuts on NBC, introducing audiences to the comedic adventures of Henry Aldrich and his family. The show would become a beloved staple of radio entertainment throughout the 1930s and 1940s, representing the wholesome family humor of the era.

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October 17, 1934: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was October 17, 1934?


October 17, 1934 was a Wednesday and it was the 290th day of the year 1934 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 17, 1934 can also be written as 10/17/1934 in the US and as 17/10/1934 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on October 17, 1934?


Famous people born on October 17, 1934:

  • Rico Rodriguez

    Legendary Jamaican trombonist who significantly influenced ska and reggae music, known for his distinctive trombone style in bands like The...

  • Alan Garner

    Renowned British author celebrated for his influential children's fantasy novels that blend mythology, folklore, and contemporary...

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October 17, 1934: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 17, 1934:

  • Santiago Ramón y Cajal

    Spanish neuroscientist, histologist, and pathologist.

  • Pëtr Savvič Utkin

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October 17, 1934: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 17th is Libra.

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October 17, 1934: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 17, 1934 is Dog and the associated element is Wood.

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October 17, 1934: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 17, 1934 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 17, 1934 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 17, 1934 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 76% full, rising at 02:30 pm and setting at 01:25 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 23, 1934 while the next full moon would come on Oct 22, 1934.

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How old is someone born on October 17, 1934?


Someone born on October 17, 1934 is:

90 years 6 months old,

or 1086 months and 27 days old,

or 4726 weeks

or 33082 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 17, 1934?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on October 17, 1934.

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