Historical Events
Historic Invention
First rocket-powered aircraft design patented by Robert Goddard
Famous Birthdays
- Bill Virdon, American baseball outfielder, manager, coach (NL Rookie of the Year 1955; World Series 1960; Gold Glove 1962), born in Hazel Park, Michigan (d. 2021)
- Joe Santos, American actor (Rockford Files), born in Brooklyn, New York (d. 2016)
Famous Deaths
- Henrique Oswald, Brazilian composer, dies at 79
1931 Highlights
About June 9, 1931
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 91 years, 11 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
