Historical Events
- Joe Kuhel hits inside-the-park HR, only HR hit by a Senator all season at Washington's Griffith Stadium
Famous Birthdays
- Forrest Blue, American football center (First-team All-Pro 1971–73; Pro Bowl 1971–74; SF 49ers, Baltimore Colts), born in Marfa, Texas (d. 2011)
- Luis Aravena Munoz, Chilean singer who was exiled in the Netherlands, born in Chile (d. 1991)
- Vic Pollard, New Zealand cricket all-rounder (32 Tests, 2 x 100s, 40 wickets) and soccer midfielder (7 caps; Rangers AFC), born in Burnley, England
Famous Weddings
- "Star Trek" actor DeForest Kelley (25) weds Carolyn Dowling (25)
Died in 1945 1945 Highlights
About September 7, 1945
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 10 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Virgo