Famous Birthdays
- Irving Fields [Yitzhak Schwartz], American lounge pianist and composer (Ilona Massey Show; Bagels & Bongos), born in New York City (d. 2016)
- Warren Avis, American entrepreneur (Avis Rent a Car System), born in Bay City, Michigan (d. 2007)
Famous Deaths
- Richard Kiepert, German cartographer (Africa), dies at 68
Died in 1915 1915 Highlights
About August 4, 1915
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 108 years, 11 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo
