Birthdays occurring on September, 28

1887

Avery Brundage was born on September 28, 1887 American sports administrator and president of the International Olympic Commitee (IOC) from 1952 to 1972. 1887-1975 The Olympic Movement is a 20th century religion. Where there is no injustice of caste, of race, of family, of wealth. More quotations from Avery Brundage

1895

Harold Taylor was born on September 28, 1895 Architect 1895-1919 The roots of true achievement lie in the will to become the best that you can become. More quotations from Harold Taylor

Deaths occurring on September, 28

1891

Herman Melville died on September 28, 1891 American short-story writer, novelist and poet. Best known for his novels of the sea, including his masterpiece, Moby Dick. 1819-1891 Friendship at first sight, like love at first sight is said to be the only truth More quotations from Herman Melville

1895

Louis Pasteur died on September 28, 1895 French chemist and microbiologist, 1822-1895 Chance favors the prepared mind. More quotations from Louis Pasteur

1902

Emile Zola died on September 28, 1902 French novelist, critic and activist. 1840-1902 The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work. More quotations from Emile Zola

1964

Harpo Marx died on September 28, 1964 American comedian and actor, 1888-1964 Harpo, she's a lovely person. She deserves a good husband. Marry her before she finds one. More quotations from Harpo Marx