Historical Events
- Philadelphia Phillies crash, 9-2 to Chicago Cubs for 17th straight defeat; 11th straight time opposing pitcher throws complete game against Phillies
Famous Birthdays
- Eddie Gilbert, American wrestler, born in Lexington, Tennessee (d. 1995)
- Susan Olson, American actress (The Brady Bunch -"Cindy", born in Santa Monica, California
Famous Deaths
- Clarke Ashton Smith, American sci-fi author (Lost Worlds), dies at 68
- Guido Alberto Fano, Italian composer and pianist, dies at 86
- Henri-Edouard-Prosper Breuil, priest/archaeologist, dies
1961 Highlights
About August 14, 1961
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 7 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Tossin' And Turnin' - Bobby Lewis
#1 Song: You Don't Know - Helen Shapiro
