Famous Birthdays
- Selma Diamond, Canadian-American comedy writer (Your Show Of Shows), and actress (Night Court, 1984-85 - "Selma"), born in Montreal, Quebec (d. 1985)
- Sonny Montgomery, American politician (Rep-D-Mississippi, 1967-97), born in Meridian, Mississippi (d. 2006)
Famous Weddings
John Barrymore
Actor John Barrymore (38) marries second wife author and actress Blanche Oelrichs (29) (divorced 1928)
1920 Highlights
About August 5, 1920
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 102 years, 7 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
