Historical Events
- WLAC (now WTVF) TV channel 5 in Nashville (CBS) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Carl C. Perkins, American politician (Rep-D-KY, 1984-93), born in Washington, D.C.
- Elma Miller, Canadian composer, born in Toronto, Ontario
- Paul Steigerwald, American sports announcer
Famous Deaths
- David Fairchild, American botanist and explorer (introduced over 200,000 plants to US), dies at 85
- Theo Van Reijn, Dutch sculptor and lithograph, dies at 70
Died in 1954 1954 Highlights
About August 6, 1954
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 8 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Cara Mia - David Whitfield with the Mantovani Orchestra and Chorus
