Historical Events
- Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Vince DiMaggio smashes his 4th grand slam of season, tying NL record, in an 8-3 win v Boston Braves
Famous Birthdays
- Agustín Balbuena, Argentine soccer striker (8 caps; Copa Libertadores 1972, 73, 74, 75; Copa Intercontinental 1973; Club Atlético Independiente), born in Santa Fe, Argentina (d. 2021)
- Mustafa Balel, Turkish writer, born in Sivas, Turkey
- Peter Hewson, British pop singer (Chicory Tip - "Son Of My Father"), born in Gillingham, Kent, England
Famous Weddings
Kurt Vonnegut
Author Kurt Vonnegut Jr. (23) weds childhood sweetheart Jane Marie Cox
Famous Deaths
- Jacobus W G Balfoort, Dutch actor (Heimwee, Head On), dies at 57
Died in 1945 1945 Highlights
About September 1, 1945
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 7 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Virgo
