Historical Events
- KMA-AM in Shenandoah IA begins radio transmissions
- The first cast of Alpha Psi Omega, drawn from The Masquers of Fairmont College, West Virginia, is initiated.
Famous Birthdays
- Dale Bumpers, American politician (Sen-D Arkansas, 1975-99), born in Charleston, Arkansas (d. 2016)
- Earl Coleman, American jazz singer, born in Port Huron, Michigan (d. 1995)
- George Wetherill, American scientist, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 2006)
- Norris McWhirter, English author (founded Guinness Book of World Records), born in Winchmore Hill, England (d. 2004)
- Robin Nicholson, English metallurgist, born in Warwickshire, England
- Ross McWhirter, English author (founded Guinness Book of World Records), born in Winchmore Hill, England (d. 1975)
- Sybil Michelow, South-African contralto and composer, born in Johannesburg (d. 2013)
About August 12, 1925
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 97 years, 7 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
