Historical Events
- American chess grandmaster Reuben Fine wins 4 simultaneous rapid (10 seconds per move) games blindfolded in New York City
- US regains possession of Wake Island from Japan
Famous Birthdays
- Daniel Wood "Danny" Gatton, American guitarist (88 Elmira St.), born in Washington, D.C. (d. 1994)
About September 4, 1945
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 7 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Virgo
