What Happened on October 30, 1922

Historical Events

  • Anxious to compete with the Yankees, the NY Giants pay $65,000 & 3 players for Jack Bentley (hit .349 & was 13-2 as pitcher for Baltimore (International League) in 1922)

Event of Interest

Benito Mussolini forms government in Italy

Famous Birthdays

  • Dickie Henderson, British comic and actor, born in London, England (d. 1985)
  • Jane White, African-American actress and singer (Strange Fruit, Once Upon a Mattress), born in New York City (d. 2011)

About October 30, 1922

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 101 years, 6 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

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