Historical Events
- Chicago White Sox backstop Ray Schalk becomes the first and only MLB catcher to make a putout at all bases; White Sox beat Indians 7-4
Baseball Record
New York Yankees outfielder Babe Ruth hits then record 59th HR in 7-6 win over former club Boston Red Sox at Polo Grounds, NYC
Famous Birthdays
- Albert Scott Crossfield, American test pilot (XS-1), born in Berkeley, California (d. 2006)
- Robert Runcie, Archbishop of Canterbury, born in Liverpool, England (d. 2000)
About October 2, 1921
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 102 years, 7 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Libra
