What Happened on June 6, 1931

Historical Events

  • "There Ought To Be A Moonlight Saving Time" by Guy Lombardo hits #1
  • Belgian government of Henri Jaspar falls

Girl Crazy

George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin's musical "Girl Crazy" starring Ginger Rogers and featuring debut of Ethel Merman, closes at the Alvin Theater, NYC, after 272 performances, and making stars of Rogers and Merman

  • NY Yankees turn triple-play but lose 7-5 to Cleveland Indians

Famous Birthdays

  • Lloyd Lindroth, American harpist known as 'The Liberace of the Harp', born in Seattle, Washington (d. 1994)

About June 6, 1931

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 92 years, 10 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini