Historical Events
Film Premiere
"You Can’t Take It With You" from the play by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart, directed by Frank Capra and starring James Stewart and Jean Arthur premieres. Best Picture (1939)
- England score 7-903 declared v Australia, Len Hutton scores 364
Famous Birthdays
- Roger Greenaway, British pop composer and record producer ("I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing"), born in Fishponds, England
About August 23, 1938
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 9 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Virgo
