Famous Birthdays
- Helen Vlachos, Greek newspaper publisher (closed her newspapers in protest at military junta), born in Athens, Greece (d. 1995)
- Jules Dassin, American film director (The Naked City; Night And The City; Rififi), blacklisted during McCarthy era, born in Middletown, Connecticut (d. 2008)
- Peg Leg Sam [Arthur Jackson], American country blues harmonica player, singer and comedian, born in Jonesville, South Carolina (d. 1977)
Famous Deaths
- Alberto Randegger, Italian composer, dies at 79
1911 Highlights
About December 18, 1911
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 111 years, 9 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Sagittarius
