The Daily Birthdays - October 14

When I was growing up, Pops always challenged us to "learn something new every day, and you will never stop growing." I pass that challenge on to you, along with this birthday list. Some are just for fun, some are intriguing, and some are actually worth learning about. Find someone you know little or nothing about, follow the link, and learn something new today!

• 1644 – William Penn – founder of Pennsylvania


• 1734 – Francis Lightfoot Lee – signer of the Declaration of Independence


• 1857 – Elwood Haynes – inventor


• 1890 – Dwight D. Eisenhower – 34th President of the United States (1953-1961)


• 1894 – E. E. Cummings – poet


• 1896 – Oscar Charleston – pro baseball player and manager


• 1899 – Red McKenzie – jazz musician


• 1927 – Roger Moore – actor


• 1939 – Ralph Lauren – fashion designer

As always, give me a shout in the comments section if you know of someone who should be added (for next year).