Famous Birthdays
- Gerald Hugh Tyrwhitt-Wilson, 14th Baron Bernes, British composer and novelist, born in Apley Hall, Shropshire, England (d. 1950)
- William Carlos Williams, American physician and poet, born in Rutherford, New Jersey (d. 1963)
About September 17, 1883
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 140 years, 7 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Virgo
