Historical Events
- 115°F (46°C), Holly Springs, Mississippi (state record)
- Airship R100, 1st passenger-carrying flight from England to Canada
Famous Birthdays
- Jim Stewart, American audio engineer, producer, and record label co-founder (Stax), born in Middleton, Tennessee (d. 2022) [1]
- Paul Taylor, American dancer and choreographer (Paul Taylor Dance Company), born in Wilkinsville, Pennsylvania (d. 2018)
Famous Deaths
- Alexander von Fielitz, German composer and conductor (Chicago Symphony Orchestra), dies at 69
About July 29, 1930
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 93 years, 2 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo