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- Bruce Soboroff, American rock keyboard player (Buckinghams, 1986-present), born in Chicago, Illinois
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Famous Weddings
Leontyne Price
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- Henri Bourassa, French Canadian political leader (b. 1868)
Died in 1952 1952 Highlights
About August 31, 1952
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 7 months and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo
