Historical Events
- 18th International Zionists Congress opens in Prague, Czechoslovakia
- Chicago Cubs president William Veeck, Sr. urges MLB to incorporate midsummer inter-league games and a split season
Famous Birthdays
- Irmtraud Morgner, German writer, born in Chemnitz, Germany (d. 1990)
- Sylva Koscina, Italian actress (Jessica, Hercules), born in Split, Dalmatia, Yugoslavia (d. 1994)
About August 22, 1933
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 90 years, 8 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
