Historical Events
- French & German trade agreement signed
Film & TV History
Harry Houdini stays in a coffin under water for 1½ hrs before escaping
Famous Birthdays
- Betsy Jolas, French-American composer, born in Paris, France
- Jeri Southern [Genevieve Hering], American jazz singer ("You Better Go Now"; "Joey"), and pianist, born in Royal, Nebraska (d. 1991)
About August 5, 1926
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 96 years, 10 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
