Historical Events
Texaco Star Theater
"Texaco Star Theater" premieres on NBC-TV, with "Mr. Television" Milton Berle made permanent emcee in September of the same year
- John Rudder becomes 1st negro commissioned officer in US marines
Sally
Revival of Jerome Kerns' musical "Sally" closes at Martin Beck Theater, NYC, after 36 performances
Famous Deaths
- Franz Carl Bornschein, American composer, dies at 69
- Sammy Carter, Australian cricket wicketkeeper (28 Tests, 65 dismissals; NSWCA), dies at 70
Died in 1948 1948 Highlights
About June 8, 1948
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 10 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
