Famous Birthdays
- James Galway, Irish classical flutist known as "The Man With the Golden Flute", born in Belfast, Northern Ireland
- Jerry Butler, American soul vocalist (The Impressions; "Never Give You Up"), born in Sunflower, Mississippi
- Lynn Wilson, contractor and multi-millionaire
Famous Deaths
- Ernest Schelling, American child piano prodigy, conductor, and composer (A Victory Ball), dies of a cerebral embolism at 63
1939 Highlights
About December 8, 1939
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 3 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Sagittarius
