Historical Events
- George Washington quarter goes into circulation
Famous Birthdays
- Meena Kumari, Indian film actress (Parineeta), born in Dadar, Mumbai, India (d. 1972)
- Meir Kahane, American founder of the Jewish Defense League, born in Brooklyn, New York (d. 1990)
Famous Deaths
- Arnold Fothergill, English cricket fast bowler (2 Tests, 8 wickets. BB 4/19; Somerset CCC, MCC), dies at 77
1932 Highlights
About August 1, 1932
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 90 years, 9 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo