Historical Events
- "Words & Music" closes at John Golden Theater NYC after 127 performances
Music History
Jeff Baxter, guitarist and founding member of Steely Dan quits the band and joins the Doobie Brothers
Little Night Music
Stephen Sondheim's musical "Little Night Music" closes at Majestic Theater, NYC, after 601 performances, winning 6 Tony Awards, 6 Drama Desk Awards, and a Grammy
Famous Birthdays
- Blaine Wilson, American gymnast (Olympic 5th 1996), born in Columbus, Ohio
- Jenny Beck, American actress (Claire Carroll-Guns & Paradise), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Almira Sessions, American character actress (Oklahoma Annie), dies at 85
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About August 3, 1974
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 8 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: ANNIE's SONG - John Denver
#1 Song: Rock Your Baby - George Mccrae
