Emma M. Nutt Day
Emma M. Nutt Day is celebrated on September 1st each year to honor Emma M. Nutt, the first female telephone operator in the world. She began her career on September 1, 1878, when she was hired by the Boston Telephone Dispatch Company. Her employment marked a significant shift in the telecommunications industry, as women gradually replaced men in the role of telephone operators due to their polite demeanor and ability to handle the job efficiently.
Acne Positivity Day
National Acne Positivity Day is observed annually on September 1. Acne Positivity Day is dedicated to promoting self-acceptance and challenging the stigma surrounding acne. It encourages people to embrace their skin, imperfections included, and to foster a supportive community where acne is normalized and accepted. This day is about raising awareness, educating others, and celebrating the journey toward self-love, regardless of skin conditions.
Chicken Boy Day
Chicken Boy Day, celebrated annually on September 1st, honors one of Los Angeles’ quirkiest roadside icons: the 22-foot-tall statue known as Chicken Boy—a man’s body with a chicken head, holding a bucket of chicken. Chicken Boy was originally created in the 1960s as a promotional figure for the Chicken Boy Restaurant in Downtown Los Angeles. The fiberglass statue was made by the same company that produced other famous roadside figures like the Muffler Men and Paul Bunyan. After the restaurant closed in 1984, the statue was stored away until Amy Inouye, a local artist and designer, rescued it. In 2007, she reinstalled Chicken Boy atop her art studio, Future Studio, located on Avenue 56 and Figueroa Street in Highland Park, Los Angeles.
September 1 has witnessed several significant historical events across various fields, including wars, technological advancements, and notable cultural moments.
Historical Events:
1939 – World War II Begins:
On September 1, 1939, Nazi Germany invaded Poland, marking the beginning of World War II. This invasion led Britain and France to declare war on Germany, officially starting one of the most devastating conflicts in history.
1878 – Emma M. Nutt Becomes the First Female Telephone Operator:
Emma M. Nutt started working as the world’s first female telephone operator on this day, which led to the widespread employment of women in this role. Emma M. Nutt Day is celebrated annually on September 1 to honor her pioneering role.
1985 – Discovery of the Wreck of the RMS Titanic:
On September 1, 1985, the wreck of the RMS Titanic was discovered by a joint American-French expedition led by Dr. Robert Ballard. The ship had been lost since it sank in 1912, and its discovery provided new insights into the disaster.
1923 – Great Kanto Earthquake:
A powerful earthquake struck the Kanto Plain on the Japanese island of Honshu on September 1, 1923. The Great Kanto Earthquake caused widespread devastation in Tokyo and Yokohama, resulting in the deaths of over 100,000 people.
1951 – ANZUS Treaty Signed:
The Australia, New Zealand, and United States Security Treaty (ANZUS Treaty) was signed on September 1, 1951. This military alliance was established for mutual defense in the Pacific region during the Cold War.
1969 – Muammar Gaddafi Overthrows King Idris in Libya:
On September 1, 1969, a coup led by Colonel Muammar Gaddafi overthrew King Idris of Libya, establishing Gaddafi as the leader of the country. He ruled Libya for over four decades until his ousting in 2011.
1934 – The First Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) Cartoon Featuring the “Happy Harmonies” Series:
MGM released the first cartoon in their “Happy Harmonies” series, signaling their entry into the animated cartoon industry, which would later become highly influential.
Births:
1923 – Rocky Marciano: The legendary American boxer was born on September 1, 1923. He is celebrated for retiring undefeated as the world heavyweight champion.
1875 – Edgar Rice Burroughs: The American author best known for creating the character Tarzan was born on this day in 1875.
Deaths:
1981 – Albert Speer: A prominent Nazi official and Adolf Hitler’s chief architect, Albert Speer died on September 1, 1981.
