Historical Events
- Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Red Donahue no-hits Boston Beaneaters, 5-0 at the Baker Bowl
- The shooting death of crime boss Soapy Smith releases Skagway, Alaska from his iron grip
Battle of Interest
US battle fleet under Admiral George Dewey occupies Isla Grande at Manila
Famous Birthdays
- Alec Waugh, English novelist (Island in the Sun); brother of Evelyn, born in London, England (d. 1981)
- Melville Ruick, American actor (Sun Valley Serenade, City Hospital), born in Boise, Idaho (d. 1972)
Famous Deaths
- Soapy Smith, American con artist (b. 1860)
Died in 1898 1898 Highlights
About July 8, 1898
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 125 years, 9 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Cancer
