Famous Birthdays
- Ken Strong, American College/Pro Football HOF fullback/halfback (NYU; NFL C'ship 1934 NY Giants; 4 × First-team All-Pro), born in West Haven, Connecticut (d. 1979)
- Vic Dickenson, American jazz trombonist, born in Xenia, Ohio (d. 1984)
1906 Highlights
About August 6, 1906
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 117 years, 8 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo