What happened on Tuesday May 22, 1928?

Here's what happened on May 22, 1928:

• Capper-Ketcham Act Supports Agricultural Education The Capper-Ketcham Act was passed, providing crucial support for agricultural education in the United States. The law financed the establishment of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and offered matching funds to states with 4-H clubs, promoting youth agricultural training and rural development.
• Birth of Boone Pickens Boone Pickens was born in Holdenville, Oklahoma. He would go on to become a prominent American businessman and influential figure in the oil and energy industry, known for his entrepreneurial spirit and investment strategies.
• US Congress Passes Merchant Naval Act The United States Congress approved the Jones-White Merchant Naval Act, a significant piece of maritime legislation aimed at supporting and developing the American merchant marine fleet.
• Yukon, West Virginia Mine Explosion A tragic mine explosion in Yukon, West Virginia resulted in the loss of 17 miners' lives, highlighting the dangerous working conditions in the coal mining industry during the early 20th century.
• Kenvir, Kentucky Mine Explosion An additional mine explosion in Kenvir, Kentucky claimed the lives of eight miners, further underscoring the significant safety risks faced by workers in the mining industry.
• Death of William Gairdner, English Missionary William Gairdner, a dedicated English missionary associated with the Nile Mission Press, passed away at the age of 54. His work contributed to missionary efforts in the region during the early 20th century.

Events in 1928

May 22, 1928: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 22, 1928

Newspapers from May. 22, 1928

May 22, 1928 was a Tuesday and it was the 143rd day of the year 1928 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 22, 1928 can also be written as 5/22/1928 in the US and as 22/5/1928 in UK and Europe.

May 22, 1928 in May 1928 calendar

Famous people born on May 22, 1928:

• T. Boone Pickens

  Legendary American businessman, energy investor, and philanthropist who was a major figure in the oil and gas industry.

• Serge Doubrovsky

  Renowned French literary theorist, author, and academic who was a significant figure in postmodern literary criticism.

• Lois Rodden

  Prominent American astrologer who was a pioneering data collector and researcher in the field of astrology.

• Marcia Moore

  American astrologer and occultist known for her work in yoga and samadhi therapy.

• Jackie Cain

  American jazz singer known for her musical partnership with Roy Cain.

• John Mackenzie

  Scottish film director and producer who made notable contributions to the film industry.

• Charles Moore Jr
• Antonio Casellati
• Raymond Edward Brown

Famous people born in 1928

Famous people born on May 22nd

Famous people died on May 22, 1928:

• Carlo Mascaretti

Famous people who died in 1928

Famous people who died on May 22nd

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 22nd is Gemini.

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May 22, 1928: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 22, 1928 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 22, 1928 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 22, 1928 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 May 22, 1928 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 17% full, rising at 08:13 am and setting at 12:05 am.

The previous full moon was on May 04, 1928 while the next full moon would come on Jun 03, 1928.

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Your place in the Universe on May 22, 1928

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Someone born on May 22, 1928 is:

96 years 11 months old,

or 1163 months and 11 days old,

or 5058 weeks and 4 days old,

or 35410 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 22, 1928?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 22, 1928.

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