Famous Birthdays
- Hugh McDowell, British cellist (Electric Light Orchestra - "Strange Magic"; "Evil Woman"), born in Hampstead, London (d. 2018)
- James Read, American actor (North and South), born in Buffalo, New York
- Jimmy Cook, South African cricket opening batsman (3 Tests), born in Johannesburg, Transvaal
- Ted Baillieu, Australian Politician, Premier of Victoria (2010-13), born in Melbourne, Australia
Famous Deaths
- Robert A. Taft, American politician (U.S. Senator from Ohio), dies at 63
1953 Highlights
About July 31, 1953
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 7 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Believe - Frankie Laine