What Happened on September 13, 1925

Historical Events

  • 1st US University for African Americans, Xavier University, opens in New Orleans
  • MLB Brooklyn Robins pitcher Dazzy Vance no-hits the visiting Philadelphia Phillies, 10-1 at Ebbets Field

Famous Birthdays

  • Gabriel Charpentier, Canadian composer, born in Richmond, Canada (d. 2019)
  • Mel Tormé, American jazz singer, known as 'The Velvet Fog' and composer (The Christmas Song), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 1999)

About September 13, 1925

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 98 years, 7 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Virgo