What happened on Monday August 28, 1922?

Here's what happened on August 28, 1922:

• German Hyperinflation Reaches Critical Point The value of the German Papiermark dramatically plummeted, with the exchange rate reaching 1,000 marks to the dollar, illustrating the severe economic instability in post-World War I Germany.
• First Radio Commercial Broadcast in the United States WEAF radio station in New York City aired the first commercial advertisement, marking a pivotal moment in media and advertising history. Queensboro Realty purchased 10 minutes of airtime for $100, pioneering a new form of marketing communication.
• Japan to Withdraw Troops from Siberia Japan announced its decision to withdraw military forces from Siberia, signaling a significant diplomatic and geopolitical development in the aftermath of the Russian Civil War and international tensions.
• Walker Cup Golf Tournament Established The Walker Cup, a prestigious amateur golf competition between teams from the United States and Great Britain & Ireland, was officially established, creating a significant international sporting event for amateur golfers.
• First Walker Cup: United States Defeats England In the inaugural Walker Cup golf tournament, the United States national team defeated England with a decisive score of 8-4, setting a strong precedent for future competitions.
• Musical Premiere in New York City A musical by composers Albert von Tilzer and Neville Fleeson premiered in New York City, contributing to the vibrant theatrical and musical landscape of the early 1920s.

Events in 1922

August 28, 1922: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 28, 1922

Newspapers from Aug. 28, 1922

August 28, 1922 was a Monday and it was the 240th day of the year 1922 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 28, 1922 can also be written as 8/28/1922 in the US and as 28/8/1922 in UK and Europe.

August 28, 1922 in August 1922 calendar

Famous people born on August 28, 1922:

• Maurice Blin

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Famous people born on August 28th

Famous people died on August 28, 1922:

• Gastone d'Orléans
• Ercole Marelli

Famous people who died in 1922

Famous people who died on August 28th

August 28, 1922: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 28, 1922 was Neath the South Sea Moon by Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.

1. Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra - Neath the South Sea Moon
2. Edwin Dale - In May Time (I Learned to Love)
3. Carl Fenton & His Orchestra - Parade of the Wooden Soldiers

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 28th is Virgo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 28, 1922: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 28, 1922 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 28, 1922 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 28, 1922 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 August 28, 1922 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 12:57 pm and setting at 11:30 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 07, 1922 while the next full moon would come on Sep 06, 1922.

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Your place in the Universe on August 28, 1922

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Someone born on August 28, 1922 is:

102 years 8 months old,

or 1232 months and 16 days old,

or 5359 weeks and 2 days old,

or 37515 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 28, 1922?

There are 106 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 28th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 28, 1922?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on August 28, 1922.

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