Historical Events
- John McGraw backs NL President John Heydler's designated hitter idea
Famous Birthdays
- Eli Beeding, Sherman, TX, Air Force Captain and rocket test pilot, (d. 2013)
- Marilyn Beck, newspaper columnist
1928 Highlights
About December 17, 1928
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 94 years, 5 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Sagittarius
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