Historical Events
Music Premiere
George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin's musical "Girl Crazy" starring Ginger Rogers and featuring debut of Ethel Merman, opens at the Alvin Theater, NYC; runs for 272 performances
Famous Birthdays
Mobutu Sese Seko (1930-1997)
Dictator and President of Zaire (1965-97), born in Lisala, Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Robert Parker, American saxophonist and soul singer (Barefootin'), born in New Orleans, Louisiana (d. 2020)
Famous Deaths
- Sam[uel] van Houten, lib minister (Child labor laws), dies
1930 Highlights
About October 14, 1930
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 92 years, 3 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Libra
