Historical Events
- 28 German aircraft shot down above England
US Men's Tennis Open
US National Championship Men's Tennis, Forest Hills, NY: Donald McNeill beats fellow American Bobby Riggs 4-6, 6-8, 6-3, 6-3, 7-5 for his second major singles title
US Open Women's Tennis
US National Championship Women's Tennis, Forest Hills, NY: Defending champion Alice Marble beats Helen Jacobs 6-2, 6-3 for her third US singles title
1940 History
Famous Birthdays
- Joe Negroni, American pop vocalist (Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers - "Why Do Fools Fall In Love"), born in New York City (d. 1978)
1940 Highlights
About September 9, 1940
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 6 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo