Historical Events
- Ammunition factory in Boleweg Bohemia explodes, killing 1,000
Sports History
Ernie Shore enters game after Boston Red Sox pitcher Babe Ruth is ejected for throwing punch at umpire; retires all 26 batters he faces to win 4-0 vs Washington Senators; ruled combined no-hitter
- US National Championship Women's Tennis, Forest Hills, NY: Two-time defending champion Molla Bjurstedt beats Marion Vanderhoef 4-6, 6-0, 6-2
Famous Birthdays
- Peter Knight, English musical arranger, conductor, and composer, born in Exmouth, Devon, England (d. 1985)
About June 23, 1917
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 106 years, 3 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer
