1889 Robert Benchley – US humorist, author

I have his Encyclopedia of Humor.





1890 Dame Agatha Christie – British detective novelist and playwright who wrote numerous books, and created the beloved characters Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple

I've always imagined that she was a bit like Miss Marple and also a bit of a nut.








1907 Fay Wray – Canadian-born actress (King Kong

King Kong was way ahead if it's time. Even with all of the effects, it wouldn't have been as good without Fay Ray.