Historical Events
- Pittsburgh's future Baseball HOF left fielder Ralph Kiner hits 2 HRs in Pirates' 4-3 win over the Boston Braves at Forbes Field; record 8th HR in 4 games
Famous Deaths
- Harry Rowe Shelley, American hymn composer, dies at 89
1947 Highlights
About September 12, 1947
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 6 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo
