Historical Events
- Eastern Airlines enters jet age, uses Electra prop-jet
Famous Birthdays
- Anne Fadiman, American writer, born in New York City, New York
Famous Deaths
- Abner Powell, American baseball utility, team owner and executive (first to use infield tarpaulin after rain), dies at 92
1953 Highlights
About August 7, 1953
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 10 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Believe - Frankie Laine
