Historical Events
- IBM introduces software for artificial intelligence
- Mayor Koch says he plans to wipe out street-corner windshield washers
Famous Birthdays
- Kevin Schmidt, American actor, born in Andover, Kansas
- Rumer Willis, American 1st child of actors Bruce Willis & Demi Moore, born in Paducah, Kentucky
Famous Deaths
- Milton Adolphus, American pianist and composer, dies at 75
Died in 1988 1988 Highlights
About August 16, 1988
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 8 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Roll With It - Steve Winwood
#1 Song: The Only Way Is Up - Yazz & The Plastic Population
