What Happened on June 29, 1910

Historical Events

  • Wimbledon Women's Tennis: In an all-British final, Dorothea Chambers beats Dora Boothby 6-2, 6-2 for her 4th of 7 Wimbledon singles titles

Famous Birthdays

  • Burgess Whitehead, American baseball player (New York Giants), born in Tarboro, North Carolina (d. 1993)

Frank Loesser (1910-1969)

American songwriter and composer (Guys And Dolls; "Baby, It's Cold Outside"; The Most Happy Fella), born in New York City


About June 29, 1910

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 113 years, 9 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Cancer