Famous Birthdays
- Morris Stoloff, American violinist, Academy Award-winning composer, music director (Columbia Pictures, 1938-62), and orchestra leader (Moonglow/Theme from Picnic), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 1980)
1898 Highlights
About August 1, 1898
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 125 years, 8 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo
