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What Happened on August 30, 1887

Historical Events

US National Men's Championship

US National Championship Men's Tennis, Newport R.I.: Richard Sears wins 7th straight US singles title; beats Henry Slocum 6-1, 6-3, 6-2

Famous Birthdays

  • Adam Kuckhoff, German writer and resistance fighter, born in Aachen, Germany (d. 1943)

About August 30, 1887

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 136 years, 10 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Virgo