Historical Events
World Record
Paavo Nurmi of Finland runs world record 3 mile time of 14:11.2 in Stockholm; intermediate time during 5000m event
Famous Birthdays
- Arthur Jensen, American psychologist, born in San Diego, California (d. 2012)
- Helena Carter [Helen Rickerts], American model and actress (Invaders from Mars), born in NYC, New York (d. 2000)
Famous Deaths
- Kate Douglas Wiggin, American author (Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm), dies at 66
1923 Highlights
About August 24, 1923
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 99 years, 9 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo
