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What Happened on June 8, 1912

Historical Events

  • Carl Laemmle incorporates Universal Pictures.

Famous Birthdays

  • Harry Holtzman, American abstract artist, born in New York City (d. 1987)
  • Henry Brandon [Heinrich von Kleinbach], German-American character actor (The Searchers; Assault on Precinct 13; Drums of Fu Manchu), born in Berlin, Germany (d. 1990)
  • Ian Morrow, British company director, best known for saving Rolls Royce (d. 2006)

About June 8, 1912

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 112 years and 1 month
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini