Historical Events
- ABC begins Saturday morning kid shows (Animal Clinic & Acrobat Ranch)
Famous Birthdays
- Dan Yochum, American football offensive lineman (CFL All-Star 1975, 76, 77, 78; Grey Cup 1974, 77; Montreal Alouettes; CFHOF), born in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania (d. 2020)
- Graeme Beard, Australian cricket all-rounder (3 Tests; 2 ODIs; NSW CA), born in Sydney, Australia
- Jennie Bond, British journalist (BBC Royal Correspondent), born in Hitchin, England
- Margie Joseph, American soul and gospel singer of ("What's Come Over Me"), born in Gautier, Mississippi
Famous Deaths
- Giovanni Giorgi, Italian physicist and electrical engineer (Giorgi system of measurement), dies at 78
1950 Highlights
About August 19, 1950
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 73 years, 1 month and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
