What Happened This Year 1934

People Who Died in 1934

Saint Geevarghese Mar Dionysius of Vattasseril

Indian Orthodox Saint and Bishop
Born
October 31st, 1858 166 years ago
Died
1934 91 years ago — 76 years old

Born in 1858, this individual served as a prominent bishop in the Malankara Orthodox Church. His leadership during a critical period for the church included significant contributions to its growth and spiritual life. Emphasis was placed on education, resulting in the establishment of schools and seminaries. A focus on mission work expanded the church's reach and strengthened community ties. This bishop was involved in numerous inter-church dialogues, promoting unity among different denominations within Christianity, and became a respected spiritual leader. The canonization as a saint recognized his contributions to the faith and spiritual leadership.

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Carl von Linde

Engineer known for refrigeration technology
Born
June 11th, 1842 183 years ago
Died
1934 91 years ago — 92 years old

Contributed significantly to the development of refrigeration and air conditioning technologies. Invented the industrial process for the liquefaction of gases, particularly oxygen and nitrogen, which became essential for various industries. Founded the Linde AG company, which grew to become a major player in global industrial gases. Held a position as a professor at the Technical University of Munich, influencing future generations of engineers and scientists.

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Thomas Anstey Guthrie

English journalist and author of novels
Born
August 8th, 1856 169 years ago
Died
1934 91 years ago — 78 years old

Born in 1856, a prominent English journalist and author contributed significantly to literature and journalism during the late 19th century. Active in the 1880s, his writing encompassed satire and humor, with a focus on social issues. Authored several novels, essays, and columns, often reflecting contemporary societal themes. Utilized wit and humor to critique various aspects of life and politics, making a lasting mark in the field of literature.

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