What happened on Sunday December 31, 1916?

Here's what happened on December 31, 1916:

• Food rationing in Germany during World War I In response to severe food shortages exacerbated by the Allied blockade and poor harvests, Germany implemented national food rationing starting in early 1915. By December 1916, daily rations were significantly reduced, with civilians receiving approximately 1,500 calories per day, a stark decline from the pre-war average of 3,000 calories. This period, known as the 'Turnip Winter,' saw widespread hunger and reliance on turnips as a staple food. source: tum.de
• Synthesis of oxycodone in Germany In 1916, German chemists Martin Freund and Edmund Speyer at the University of Frankfurt synthesized oxycodone from the opium alkaloid thebaine. This semi-synthetic opioid was developed as a potent analgesic and antitussive agent. The first clinical use of oxycodone was documented in 1917, marking a significant advancement in pain management. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Holst composes 'The Planets' Gustav Holst completed his orchestral suite 'The Planets' on December 31, 1916. This work has since become one of the most popular and frequently performed orchestral compositions in the classical repertoire. source: britannica.com
• Hampton Terrace Hotel Fire The Hampton Terrace Hotel in North Augusta, South Carolina, one of the largest and most luxurious hotels in the United States at the time, was completely destroyed by a devastating fire. The loss of this prominent establishment marked a significant moment in the region's hospitality history.

Events in 1916

December 31, 1916: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from December 1916

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December 31, 1916 was a Sunday and it was the 366th day of the year 1916 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 31, 1916 can also be written as 12/31/1916 in the US and as 31/12/1916 in UK and Europe.

December 31, 1916 in December 1916 calendar

December 31, 1916: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1916 was 1812 Overture, Part 1 by Regimental Band of H.M. Grenadier Guards, according to the music chart for the week December 25th and December 31st.

1. Regimental Band of H.M. Grenadier Guards - 1812 Overture, Part 1

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st is Capricorn.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 31, 1916: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1916 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 31, 1916 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 1916 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on December 31, 1916 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 58% full, rising at 11:19 am and setting at 01:02 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 09, 1916 while the next full moon would come on Jan 08, 1917.

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Your place in the Universe on December 31, 1916

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Someone born on December 31, 1916 is:

109 years 4 months old,

or 1312 months and 24 days old,

or 5708 weeks

or 39956 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 31, 1916?

There are 221 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 31st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 1916?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on December 31, 1916.

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