Historical Events
Music History
George Kaufman and Moss Hart's comedy "The Man Who Came to Dinner" opens at the Music Box Theatre, NYC; runs for 739 performances
- Sugar rationing begins in Netherlands
Famous Deaths
- Ludolf Nielsen, Danish composer, dies at 63
1939 Highlights
About October 16, 1939
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 3 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Libra
