What Happened on August 8, 1899

Famous Birthdays

Clarence Kummer (1899-1930)

American Racing HOF jockey (Preakness Stakes 1920, 25; Belmont Stakes 1920, 28; US Champion Jockey by earnings 1920), born in New York City

  • Victor Young, American violinist, arranger, orchestra leader, and composer ("Street of Dreams"; "Love Letters"; "I Don't Stand a Ghost of a Chance with You"), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 1956)

About August 8, 1899

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 124 years, 8 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo