Famous Birthdays
- John Hay Whitney, American financier and philanthropist, born in Ellsworth, Maine (d. 1982)
- Norah Lofts, British author (The Town House), born in Shipdham, Norfolk, England (d. 1983)
1904 Highlights
About August 27, 1904
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 118 years, 9 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo
