Historical Events
Historic Publication
Indian writer R.K. Narayan publishes his short story collection "Under the Banyan Tree and Other Stories"
Famous Weddings
Robin Gibb
Bee Gees member Robin Gibb (35) weds author and artist Dwina Murphy
Famous Deaths
- Eugene Carson Blake, US Secretary-General of World Council of Churches (1966-72), dies at 78
- Murray Chapple, New Zealand cricketer (NZ Test batsman through the 1950's), dies at 55
1985 Highlights
About July 31, 1985
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 7 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Shout - Tears For Fears
#1 Song: Into The Groove - Madonna
