Historical Events
- 1st Miss America crowned in Atlantic City - Margaret Gorman (16) of Washington, D.C.
Famous Birthdays
- Hans Ulrich Engelmann, German composer (Ophelia), born in Darmstadt, Germany (d. 2011)
- Harry Secombe, Welsh actor, comedian, singer and goon (The Goon Show; Oliver!), born in Swansea, Wales (d. 2001)
- Norris Turney, American jazz flute and saxophone player (Billy Eckstine, 1947-48; Duke Ellington Orchestra, 1968-73), born in Wilmington, Ohio (d. 2001)
About September 8, 1921
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 102 years, 7 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Virgo
