Historical Events
Sports History
NY Yankees honor Casey Stengel, retiring his number 37 (BTG was there)
Famous Birthdays
- Catriona Fallon, Burlingame California, rower (Olympic 4th 1992, 96)
- José Francisco Molina, Spanish soccer goalkeeper (9 caps; Atlético Madrid, Deportivo La Coruña) and manager (Villarreal CF), born in Valencia, Spain
- Pascal Duquenne, Belgian actor
- Trev Alberts, NFL linebacker (Indianapolis Colts)
Famous Deaths
- Johnny Goodman, American golfer (US Open 1933), dies at 60
1970 Highlights
About August 8, 1970
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 9 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: (They Long To Be) Close To You - Carpenters
#1 Song: The Wonder Of You - Elvis Presley
