Historical Events
- 1st televised hockey game in US - New York Rangers defeat visiting Montreal Canadians 6-2 at Maison Square Garden; W2XBS broadcasts to up to 300 receivers in NYC
Famous Birthdays
- Billy Packer, American college basketball broadcaster (Raycom Sports, NBC, CBS), born in Wellsville, New York (d. 2023)
- George Paul, CEO (Norwich Union Insurance Group)
- Hector MacKenzie, trade unionist
- Jud Taylor, American actor (Dr. Kildare (TV series) - "Dr. Gerson"), and director (Tail Gunner Joe), born in New York City (d. 2008)
- Ron Santo, American Baseball Hall of Fame third baseman (9 x MLB All Star; 5 x Gold Glove; Chicago Cubs), born in Seattle, Washington (d. 2010)
Famous Deaths
- Mary Mills Patrick, American author and 1st President of Istanbul Woman's College, dies at 89
Died in 1940 1940 Highlights
About February 25, 1940
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 2 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Pisces
