Historical Events
- Dutch Minister Romme proclaims married women are forbidden to work
Williams to the Red Sox
Red Sox acquire the contract of 19-year-old Ted Williams
- Russian chess player Alexander Alekhine recaptures his final world title from Dutch grand master Max Euwe by a large margin (+10−4=11)
Famous Birthdays
- Thad Cochran, American politician (U.S. Senator from Mississippi, 1978-2018; U.S. Representative from Mississippi, 1973-78), born in Pontotoc, Mississippi (d. 2019)
About December 7, 1937
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 86 years, 4 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Sagittarius