John Van Druten, English-American playwright and director (d. 1957)
John William Van Druten (1 June 1901 – 19 December 1957) was an English playwright and theatre director. He began his career in London, and later moved to America, becoming a U.S. citizen. He was known for his plays of witty and urbane observations of contemporary life and society.
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- 15Feb
Alianza Lima
The association football club Alianza Lima is founded in Lima, Peru, under the name Sport Alianza. - 25Feb
U.S. Steel
J. P. Morgan incorporates the United States Steel Corporation. - 11Jun
Cook Islands
The boundaries of the Colony of New Zealand are extended by the UK to include the Cook Islands. - 14Sep
Assassination of William McKinley
U.S. President William McKinley dies after an assassination attempt on September 6, and is succeeded by Vice President Theodore Roosevelt. - 12Oct
White House
President Theodore Roosevelt officially renames the "Executive Mansion" to the White House.