Famous Birthdays
- Du Yuesheng, Chinese mob boss, born in Gaoqiao, Shanghai (d. 1951)
- Violet Farebrother, English actress (Downhill, Easy Virtue), born in Grimsby, Lincolnshire, England (d. 1969)
1888 Highlights
About August 22, 1888
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 132 years, 5 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo