Famous Birthdays
- Conrad Aiken, American Pulitzer poet and writer (Ushant/Conversation), born in Savannah, Georgia (d. 1973)
Famous Deaths
- Willem Ruys, Dutch ship owner, dies at 80
1889 Highlights
About August 5, 1889
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 133 years, 9 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo
