Historical Events
Music History
Jim Morrison arrested for public drunkenness in Los Angeles
Famous Birthdays
- Bret Baier, American political correspondent (Fox News), born in Rumson, New Jersey
- Hakeem Jeffries, American attorney and politician (Rep-D-NY 2013, 1st Black House Minority Leader), born in Brooklyn, New York
- John August, American screenwriter
- Orlando Trustfull, soccer player (Feyenoord)
- Steven Jack, cricketer (South African pace bowler 1994-95)
Famous Weddings
- "The Beach Boys" drummer Dennis Wilson (25) weds Barbara Charren (24)
1970 Highlights
About August 4, 1970
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 8 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: (They Long To Be) Close To You - Carpenters
#1 Song: The Wonder Of You - Elvis Presley
