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What Happened on August 9, 1883

Famous Birthdays

  • George Hoyt, American Basketball Hall of Fame referee (author "The Theory and Practice of Basketball Officiating"), born in Boston, Massachusetts (d. 1962)

About August 9, 1883

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 140 years, 11 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo