Historical Events
Memphis Blues
W. C. Handy publishes "Memphis Blues", considered the 1st blues song
Famous Birthdays
- Gerben Wagenaar, Dutch resistance fighter and communist, born in Amsterdam (d. 1993)
- Mary Grierson, Welsh botanical artist, born in Bangor, Wales (d. 2012)
- Tauno Marttinen, Finnish composer (Dalai Lama Concerto; Elegia), born in Helsinki, Finland (d. 2008)
About September 27, 1912
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 111 years, 7 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
