Historical Events
Theatrical Finale
James Baldwin's stage drama "Blues for Mister Charlie", directed by Burgess Meredith, closes at the ANTA Playhouse, NYC, after 148 performances
Baseball Record
On Elston Howard Night, NY Yankees Mickey Mantle ties Babe Ruth's career strikeout record (1,330)
Musical Finale
Stephen Sondheim's musical "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum", starring Zero Mostel, and Jack Gilford, closes at Alvin Theater, NYC, after 965 performances and 6 Tony Awards
Famous Birthdays
- Jordi Arrese, Spanish tennis player, born in Barcelona, Spain
Famous Weddings
Dick Cheney
46th US Vice President Dick Cheney (23) weds Lynne Ann Vincent (23) at the First Presbyterian Church of Casper in Wyoming
1964 Highlights
About August 29, 1964
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 58 years and 5 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Where Did Our Love Go - The Supremes
#1 Song: Have I The Right - Honeycombs
