Historical Events
- At the battle of Telissu, the Japanese rout the Russians and inflict heavy casualties
- Dutch troops occupy Kuto Reh, Sumatra, killing all inhabitants
Famous Birthdays
- Benno Ammann, Swiss composer (Missa Defensor Pacis) and conductor, born in Gersau, Sweden (d. 1986)
- Gilbert "Gil" Lamb, American actor (Hit Parade of 1947, Riding High), born in Minneapolis, Minnesota (d. 1995)
- Margaret Bourke-White, American photographer, 1st female LIFE staff photographer, born in NYC, New York (d. 1971)
Famous Weddings
Scott Joplin
Ragtime composer Scott Joplin (35) weds Freddie Alexander (19) in Arkansas
About June 14, 1904
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 118 years, 9 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini
