1897CE
Other
First Drunk Driving Arrest
London taxi driver George Smith becomes the first person convicted of drunk driving.
Daily Chronicle
September 10
4 Historical Records
1929CE
Birth
Arnold Palmer Born
Arnold Palmer was an American professional golfer, widely known as 'The King,' and one of the most charismatic and popular sports figures of the 20th century. He won 62 PGA Tour titles and helped popularize the sport globally during the dawn of the television age.
1939CE
War
Canada Declares War
Canada declares war on Germany, joining the Allied powers in World War II.
1945CE
Politics
Quisling Sentenced
Norwegian collaborator Vidkun Quisling is sentenced to death for treason during World War II.