Historical Events
- "Of Human Bondage" by William Somerset Maugham, published
Famous Birthdays
- Alex Wojciechowicz, American College/Pro Football HOF center, linebacker (Fordham Uni; NFL C'ship 1948, 49; First-team All-Pro 1939, 44; NFL 1940s All-Decade Team; Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles), born in South River, New Jersey (d. 1992)
- Michael Kidd, American choreographer and dancer, born in New York City (d. 2007)
About August 12, 1915
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 108 years, 8 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo
