Historical Events
Baseball Hall of Fame
Roberto Clemente, Warren Spahn, Billy Evans, Monte Irvin, Mickey Welch and George "High Pockets" Kelly are inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame, Cooperstown, NY
Music History
Stevie Wonder involved (as a passenger) in car crash in North Carolina, goes into a 4 day coma
Famous Birthdays
- Max Kellerman, American sportscaster (ESPN), born in The Bronx, NYC
- Robert Lee, NFL cornerback (Atlanta Falcons)
- Stuart O'Grady, Australian cyclist
- Vera Farmiga, American actress
Famous Deaths
Fulgencio Batista (1901-1973)
Dictator and President of Cuba (1933-44, 1952-59), dies of a heart attack at 72
- James Beck, British actor (Dad's Army), dies from pancreatitis at 44
- Memphis Minnie [Lizzie Douglas], American blues musician, dies at 76
Died in 1973 1973 Highlights
About August 6, 1973
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
Holidays: Civic Holiday (Canada), Summer Bank Holiday (Ireland, United Kingdom)
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Morning After - Maureen McGovern
#1 Song: I'm The Leader Of The Gang (I Am) - Gary Glitter
