Historical Events
Stagecoach Premieres
"Stagecoach" western film directed by John Ford, starring Claire Trevor and John Wayne, premieres in Miami
Famous Birthdays
- Adrienne Clarkson, 26th Governor General of Canada
- Barbara Kolb, American contemporary classical composer (Trobar Jus), born in Hartford, Connecticut
- Peter Purves, English television presenter and actor (Doctor Who, Blue Peter), born in Preston, Lancashire
Famous Deaths
Pius XI (1857-1939)
Italian 259th Pope (1922-39), dies at 81
1939 Highlights
About February 10, 1939
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 7 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius
