Famous Birthdays
- Jim Jordan, American actor and radio comedian (Fibber McGee), born in Peoria, Illinois (d. 1988)
- Joan Lindsay, Australian author (Picnic at Hanging Rock), born in St Kilda East, Victoria, Australia (d. 1984)
- Lawrence Tibbett, American baritone (Metropolitan 1923-50), born in Bakersfield, California (d. 1960)
- Oswald Mosley, British politician and founder of British Union of Fascists, born in London (d. 1980)
1896 Highlights
About November 16, 1896
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 126 years, 6 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Scorpio
