Famous Birthdays
- James Finlayson, Scottish-American stage and silent and "talkie" film actor (Laurel and Hardy films), born in Larbert, Stirlingshire, Scotland (d. 1953)
Famous Deaths
- Wilhelm Volkmar, German composer, dies at 74
Died in 1887 1887 Highlights
About August 27, 1887
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 136 years and 8 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Virgo
