What Happened on October 30, 1940

Historical Events

One Night in the Tropics

"One Night in the Tropics", first film for Abbott and Costello, premieres in Paterson, New Jersey

Panama Hattie

Cole Porter's musical "Panama Hattie" opens at 46th Street Theatre, NYC; runs 501 performances


About October 30, 1940

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 5 months and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Scorpio