Historical Events
Boxing Title Fight
Canadian champion Tommy Burns KOs Bill Squires in 13th round at the Sydney Stadium, Australia to retain world heavyweight boxing title; Burns' 3rd KO of Squires
- NY Giants scores shown on electric diamonds known as "Compton's Baseball Bulletin" at Madison Square Garden
About August 24, 1908
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 114 years, 7 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Virgo
