Famous Birthdays
- (William) Elmo Tanner, American big band singer, whistler (Ted Weems Orchestra - "Heartaches"), bandleader, and DJ, born in Nashville, Tennessee (d. 1990)
- Achille Varzi, Italian auto racer (14 Grand Prix wins), born in Galliate, Italy (d. 1948)
- István Szelényi, Hungarian pianist and composer, born in Altsohl, Austria-Hungary (d. 1972)
About August 8, 1904
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 119 years, 8 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo