Historical Events
- "Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" closes at Alvin Theater NYC after 965 performances
Baseball Record
On Elston Howard Night, Mickey Mantle ties Babe Ruth's career strikeout record (1,330)
Mickey Mantle
Famous Birthdays
- Jordi Arrese, Spanish tennis player, born in Barcelona, Spain
Famous Weddings
Wedding of Interest
46th US Vice President Dick Cheney (23) weds Lynne Ann Vincent (23) at the First Presbyterian Church of Casper in Wyoming
Dick Cheney
1964 Highlights
About August 29, 1964
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 56 years and 11 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo
