| King of Swing Benny Goodman forms the Benny Goodman Trio. | The Monopoly board game is patented in the U.S. |
| Mutiny on the Bounty is awarded the Oscar for "Best Picture." | Victor McLaglen is awarded the Oscar for "Best Actor." | Bette Davis is awarded the Oscar for Best Actress. |
Henrietta Leaver is crowned Miss America. |
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