Famous Birthdays
- Hans Oster, German major general, spy and "July 20th" plotter, born in Dresden, German Empire (d. 1945)
Famous Deaths
- Charles Cros, French inventor and poet (Le Hareng Saur), dies at 45
- Isaac Strauss, French violinist, conductor and composer, dies at 82
1888 Highlights
About August 9, 1888
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 134 years and 10 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo
