What Happened on November 1, 1924

Historical Events

  • Boston Bruins officially join the NHL, becoming the first United States based team to enter the League; Montreal Maroons also join NHL, but only last until 1938

Famous Birthdays

  • Jeff Richards [Richard Mansfield Taylor], American actor (Don't Go Near the Water), born in Portland, Oregon (d. 1989)
  • Robert Rapoport, American social anthropologist, born in Brockton, Massachusetts (d. 1996)
  • Suleyman Demirel, President of Turkey (1993-2000) and Prime Minister, born in Isparta, Atabey (d. 2015)

About November 1, 1924

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 99 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes

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