What happened on Thursday October 21, 1926?

Here's what happened on October 21, 1926:

• Publication of Hemingway's Debut Novel Ernest Hemingway's groundbreaking novel 'The Sun Also Rises' was published on October 21, 1926. This work, set in the post-World War I era, is considered a quintessential modernist novel and a defining work of the 'Lost Generation' of writers. The book explores themes of disillusionment, expatriate life, and the psychological aftermath of war.
• Harry Houdini's Fatal Backstage Incident On October 21, 1926, in the dressing room of the Princess Theater in Montreal, a McGill University student unexpectedly punched Harry Houdini multiple times in the stomach. This incident is historically significant because it potentially contributed to Houdini's death from peritonitis caused by a ruptured appendix just nine days later. The student, J. Gordon Whitehead, reportedly challenged Houdini's claim of being able to withstand any punch to his abdomen, and Houdini, who was unprepared, suffered severe internal injuries.
• Frank Lloyd Wright Legal Controversy On October 21, 1926, adultery charges against renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright and his partner were dropped. They were released from Hennepin County Jail after posting a bail of $12,500. This event highlights the personal and legal challenges faced by Wright during a tumultuous period in his personal life.
• Devastating Kars Earthquake On October 21, 1926, a significant earthquake struck the Kars region, affecting both Turkey and Armenia. This seismic event likely caused substantial damage and potential loss of life in the border region, highlighting the geological instability of the area.

Events in 1926

October 21, 1926: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 21, 1926

Newspapers from Oct. 21, 1926

October 21, 1926 was a Thursday and it was the 294th day of the year 1926 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 21, 1926 can also be written as 10/21/1926 in the US and as 21/10/1926 in UK and Europe.

October 21, 1926 in October 1926 calendar

Famous people born on October 21, 1926:

• Leonard Rossiter

  British comedy actor known for roles in sitcoms like 'Rising Damp' and 'The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin'.

• Leo Kirch

  Influential German media mogul who built a significant media empire through Kirch Group, playing a crucial role in German television and...

• Bob Rosburg

  Professional golfer who was a six-time PGA champion, known for his remarkable comeback victories and significant contributions to golf in...

Famous people born in 1926

Famous people born on October 21st

October 21, 1926: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 21, 1926 was How Many Times? by Benny Krueger & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week October 18th and October 24th.

1. Benny Krueger & His Orchestra - How Many Times?
2. Ben Selvin & His Orchestra - Baby Face
3. Harry Richman - The Birth Of The Blues

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 21st is Libra.

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October 21, 1926: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 21, 1926 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 21, 1926 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 21, 1926 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 21, 1926 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 05:51 pm and setting at 07:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 21, 1926 while the next full moon would come on Nov 19, 1926.

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Your place in the Universe on October 21, 1926

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Someone born on October 21, 1926 is:

98 years 6 months old,

or 1182 months and 23 days old,

or 5142 weeks and 6 days old,

or 36000 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 21, 1926?

There are 160 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 21st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 21, 1926?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on October 21, 1926.

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