Historical Events
Spiro Agnew's Denial
US Vice President Spiro Agnew says reports he took kickbacks are "damned lies" from government contracts in Maryland. Vowed not to resign.
Famous Birthdays
- Scott Stapp, American rock singer and lyricist (Creed), born in Orlando, Florida
- Shane Lee, Australian cricketer (NSW, Somerset and Australian), born in Wollongong, Australia
Famous Deaths
- Vilhelm Moberg, Swedish author (The Emigrants) and historian, dies at 74
About August 8, 1973
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 51 years and 18 days
Leap Year: No
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