Historical Events
- Houston QB David Klingler sets NCAA record with 6 touchdown passes in the 2nd quarter as the Cougars clobbered Louisiana Tech 73-3
- Richard J Kerr, ends term as deputy director of CIA
- Rockies bat out of order against Expos in 1st inning
- Uzbekistan declares independence from the Soviet Union following the failed coup in Moscow
- William H. Webster ends term as 14th director of CIA
Famous Weddings
- Musician Jan Berry (Jan & Dean) weds Gertie Filip
Famous Deaths
- Gerry Davis, British screenwriter (Dr Who), dies at 61
- Leigh Watson, US aviation pioneer/air force general, dies at 93