Historical Events
- Alturas, California, is incorporated as the only city in Modoc County.
Event of Interest
French painter Paul Gauguin settles in Atuona in the Marquesas Islands
Famous Birthdays
- Andree Joly Bunet, French pairs figure skater (Olympic gold 1928, 32), born in Paris (d. 1993)
About September 16, 1901
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 121 years, 6 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Virgo
