Famous Birthdays
- Amos Biwott, Kenyan 3K steeplechaser (Olympic gold 1968), born in Uasin Gishee, Kenya
- Ann Beattie, American novelist and short story writer (Chilly Scenes of Winter), born in Washington, D.C.
- Benjamin Orr [Orzechowski], American rock bassist and singer (The Cars - "Just What I Needed", "Drive"), born in Lakewood, Ohio (d. 2000)
- Morris Pert, Scottish session jazz-rock drummer, percussionist, pianist, and contemporary classical composer (Ankh; Auroura), born in Arbroath, Scotland (d. 2010)
- Valery Afanassiev, Russian pianist and conductor, born in Moscow
Famous Deaths
- Victor Horta, Belgium architect, founder of Art Nouveau movement (Hôtel Tassel), dies at 86
Died in 1947 1947 Highlights
About September 8, 1947
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 7 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo
