Famous Birthdays
- Alfred Lunt, American Broadway actor (The Guardsman, Sally of the Sawdust), born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (d. 1977)
- Howard Smith, American actor (Kiss of Death, Call Northside 777), born in Attleboro, Massachusetts (d. 1968)
About August 12, 1893
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 130 years, 8 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo
