Famous Birthdays
- Michael Somes, British dancer (Royal Ballet, 1938-70), born in Horsley, Gloucestershire, England (d. 1994)
- Václav Kašlík, Czech opera composer (Krakatit), conductor, and director, born in Poličná, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic) (d. 1989)
Famous Deaths
- T. E. Hulme, English writer and poet, dies at 34
1917 Highlights
About September 28, 1917
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 105 years and 8 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Libra
