Historical Events
- Mary McLeod Bethune named director of Negro Affairs in National Youth Adm
DiMaggio Ties Records
Rookie outfielder Joe DiMaggio ties 3 MLB records in New York's 10-run 5th inning against the White Sox, hitting 2 home runs for 8 total bases; Yankees beat Chicago, 18-4
Famous Deaths
- Nandor Zsolt, Hungarian composer, conductor and violinist dies at 49
Died in 1936 1936 Highlights
About June 24, 1936
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 87 years, 10 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer
