Famous Birthdays
- Bernarr McFadden, American physical culture advocate, credited with beginning the culture of health and fitness in the United States, born in Mill Spring, Missouri (d. 1955)
- Charles Sanford Skilton, American composer (Suite Primeval), born in Northhampton, Massachusetts (d. 1941)
About August 16, 1868
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 155 years, 8 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
