AUGUST 12 | Birthdays and Events
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Notable Birthdays for August 12
Fr. Michael McGivney (1852-1890) - Catholic priest and founder of the Knights of Columbus.
Zerna Sharp (1889-1981) - Writer of the children's reading books Dick and Jane.
Gladys Bentley (1907-1960) - Popular blues singer during the Harlem Renaissance.
Porter Wagoner (1927-2007) - Country music singer who also discovered Dolly Parton.
Buck Owens (1929-2006) - Country singer and guitarist.
Dorothy Denning (1945-Still Living) - Computer scientist who made significant contributions cyber security innovations.
Memorable Events for August 12
1851 - Inventor Isaac Singer patents his sewing machine.
1877 - Thomas Edison records himself reciting "Mary had a Little Lamb" on his cylinder phonograph.
1879 - The first National Archery Association tournament is held in Chicago.
1955 - President Eisenhower raises minimum wage from 75 cents to $1 an hour.