What Happened on October 25, 1909

Historical Events

Australian Men's Tennis Open

Australasian Championships Men's Tennis, Perth: Anthony Wilding of New Zealand wins his 2nd Australasian title; beats Ernie Parker of Australia 6–1, 7–5, 6–2

Famous Birthdays

  • Philleo Nash, American politician and Commissioner of the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs (1961-66), born in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin (d. 1987)
  • Whitner "Whit" Bissell, American actor (Time Machine, Soylent Green, The Magnificent Seven), born in New York City (d. 1996)

About October 25, 1909

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 114 years, 6 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Scorpio