SEPTEMBER 22 | Birthdays and Events

Notable Birthdays for September 22

Paul Hugh Emmett (1900-1985) - Chemical engineer who developed the BET Theory (measuring surface area of porous materials).

Ellen Church (1904-1965) - The first female airline stewardess in the U.S.

Allan "Rocky" Lane (1909-1973) - Voice actor of Mr. Ed and Red Ryder.

Gene Mingo (1938-Still Living) - The first Black placekicker in American football.

Debby Boone (1956-Still Living) - 1970s singer of the hit You Light Up My Life.

Beth Catlin (1958-Still Living) - Autistic savant who has the ability to recall the names, birthdates, and addresses of the people she has met.

Joan Jett (1958-Still Living) - Singer of the hits I Love Rock 'n Roll and I Hate Myself for Loving You.

Scott Baio (1960-Still Living) - Actor who played Chachi on the sitcom Happy Days.

Memorable Events for September 22

1789 - The U.S. Postmaster General office is established.

1862 - Abraham Lincoln releases a preliminary version of the Emancipation Proclamation.

1915 - Xavier University opens as the first Black Catholic College in the U.S.

1975 - Sara Jane Moore tries to assassinate President Ford.

1976 - Charlie's Angels debut on t.v.