Famous Birthdays
James Herriot (1916-1995)
British veterinarian and novelist (All Creatures Great and Small), born in Sunderland, County Durham
- María de los Ángeles Alvariño González, Spanish marine biologist and oceanographer, born in El Ferrol, Spain (d. 2005)
- Shelby Storck, American television producer, born in Kansas City, Missouri (d. 1969)
1916 Highlights
About October 3, 1916
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 106 years, 11 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra
