Andrews McMeel Almanac for September 03, 2024
Today in History
On this day in 1939, Great Britain and France declared war on Nazi Germany, marking the beginning of World War II.
In 1967, the first ATM (automated teller machine) was installed in London.
In 2005, Hurricane Katrina made landfall in Louisiana, causing widespread devastation.
Today's Featured Event
Comic-Con International in San Diego, California
Comic-Con International is the largest comic book and pop culture convention in the world. It takes place over four days in July and features a wide variety of panels, workshops, exhibitions, and special events.
Tickets for Comic-Con International go on sale in February and typically sell out within minutes.
Today's Birthdays
- 1881 - Frank Lloyd Wright, architect
- 1925 - Audrey Hepburn, actress
- 1969 - Keanu Reeves, actor
Today's Deaths
- 1991 - Frank Capra, film director
- 2007 - Steve Fossett, adventurer
- 2014 - Joan Rivers, comedian
Today's Holidays and Observances
- Labor Day (United States)
- International Vulture Awareness Day
- National Macadamia Nut Day
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