Historical Events
- Future Hall of Famer Luke Appling appears in a MLB record 2,154th (en route to 2,218) game at shortstop for the Chicago White Sox
Famous Birthdays
- Alan Campbell, Northern Irish clergyman
- Clarence Richard Silva, Catholic Bishop of Honolulu
- Dino Bravo, Canadian professional wrestler (d. 1993)
- Joyce McKinney, Avery County NC, Miss Wyoming (1972)
1949 Highlights
About August 6, 1949
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 73 years, 9 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
