Historical Events
Al Capone Sentenced
Gangster Al Capone is sentenced to 11 years for tax evasion
- George Washington Bridge linking New York City and New Jersey dedicated, opens the next day
Famous Birthdays
- Sofia Gubaidulina, Tatar-Russian composer (Stimmen Verstummen), born in Chistopol, Tatar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic
Famous Deaths
- Murray Bisset, South African cricket wicket-keeper and captain (3 Tests, 3 dismissals; Western Province), dies at 55
Died in 1931 1931 Highlights
About October 24, 1931
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 92 years, 6 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Scorpio
