AUGUST 25 | Birthdays and Events

Notable Birthdays for August 25

Joshua Lionel Cowen (1877-1965) - Co-founder of the model train company Lionel Corporation and inventor of the electric toy train.

Henry Trendley Dean (1893-1962) - Dentist who pioneered investigation of using water fluoridation in the prevention of tooth decay.

Frederick Chapman Robbins (1916-2003) - Pediatrician and virologist who conducted breakthrough work in isolating and growing the poliovirus in tissue culture.

Regis Philbin (1931-2020) - Actor and television host who was said to be the "hardest working man in show business."

Charles Ghigna (1946-Still Living) - Poet and children's author who is also known as  "Father Goose."

Tim Burton (1958-Still Living) - Director, producer, and screenwriter of several blockbusters, including Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, Corpse Bride, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. and Wednesday (Netflix).

Billy Ray Cyrus (1961-Still Living) - Singer-songwriter best known for his hit Achy Breaky Heart.

Rachael Ray (1968-Still Living) - 30 Minute Meal chef and television host of Rachel Ray.

Memorable Events for August 25

1829 - President Jackson makes an offer to buy Texas (Mexican government refuses).

1886 - The first international polo match (U.S. vs England) is held at the Westchester Polo Club in Newport, RI.

1916 - The National Park Service is created in the U.S.