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- Eddie Williams, American pastor and former fullback (Cleveland Browns), born in San Mateo, California
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- Mary Louise Smith, American political organizer, 1st female chair of the Republican party, dies at 82
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About August 22, 1997
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 8 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
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#1 Song: I'll Be Missing You - Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112
#1 Song: Men in Black - Will Smith
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