Historical Events
- Constitution of Ireland (Irish: Bunreacht na hÉireann) is enacted and Irish free state is named Eire
Pro Wrestling
Lou Thesz beats Everett Marshall in St Louis, to win NWA World heavyweight title - youngest ever
- Pan Am starts service between San Francisco and Auckland, New Zealand
Famous Birthdays
- Barbara Steele, English actress (Black Sunday, 8½), born in Birkenhead, Cheshire
Famous Deaths
- Don Marquis, American author (b. 1878)
About December 29, 1937
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 85 years, 8 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
