Historical Events
The Squaw Man
"The Squaw Man", 1st feature-length film shot in Hollywood, directed by Cecil B. DeMille and Oscar Apfel, is released in the US
Lincoln Memorial Dedicated
Dedication ceremony for the about to be constructed Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.
Famous Birthdays
- Arvid Pardo, Maltese diplomat, a.k.a "Father of the Law of the Sea Conference", born in Rome, Italy (d. 1999)
- Gordon "Tex" Beneke, American saxophonist/bandleader/vocalist (Glenn Miller Orchestra), born in Fort Worth, Texas; (d. 2000)
- Nello Celio, Swiss politician, born in Quinto, Switzerland (d. 1995)
1914 Highlights
About February 12, 1914
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 110 years, 1 month and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius