Historical Events
Film Premiere
"Wuthering Heights" film based on the Emily Brontë novel, directed by William Wyler and starring Merle Oberon and Laurence Olivier, premieres in Los Angeles
- 98th Grand National: Irish jockey Tim Hyde wins, riding 100/8 shot Workman
Famous Birthdays
- [Lilian] Lynda Baron, British actress, comedian, and singer (Open All Hours - "Nurse Gladys"; Come Inside - "Auntie Mabel"), born Urmston, Lancashire, England
About March 24, 1939
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 11 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries
