Historical Events
- 1st exclusively women's bowling tournament begins in St Louis
Murder of Interest
Albert Anastasia is convicted of murdering longshoreman George Turino
- Delta Phi Epsilon is founded at New York University Law School
Famous Birthdays
- Brian Boydell, Irish composer, born in Howth, Ireland (d. 2000)
About March 17, 1917
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 106 years and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Pisces
