Birthdays occurring on August, 31

1908

William Saroyan was born on August 31, 1908 American writer known for his stories celebrating the joy of living in spite of poverty. 1908-1981 I can't hate for long. It isn't worth it. More quotations from William Saroyan

1916

Daniel Schorr was born on August 31, 1916 There was a vacuum in investigation, and the press began to try men in the most effective court in the country. More quotations from Daniel Schorr

1918

Alan Jay Lerner was born on August 31, 1918 American lyricist and librettist, best remembered for the many Broadway musicals he wrote with long-time collaborator Frederick Loewe. 1918-1986 An Englishman's way of speaking absolutely classifies him More quotations from Alan Jay Lerner

1924

Buddy Hackett was born on August 31, 1924 American author and comedian, 1924-2003 I've had a few arguments with people, but I never carry a grudge. You know why? While you're carrying a grudge, they're out dancing. More quotations from Buddy Hackett

Deaths occurring on August, 31

1688

John Bunyan died on August 31, 1688 English minister and author. 1628-1688 Prayer will make a man cease from sin, or sin will entice a man to cease from prayer More quotations from John Bunyan

1867

Charles Baudelaire died on August 31, 1867 French poet of Decadent & Parnassian movements. Wrote poetry collection "Les Fleurs du Mal" (1857), 1821-1867 Evil is done without effort, naturally, it is the working of fate; good is always the product of an art More quotations from Charles Baudelaire

1892

George William Curtis died on August 31, 1892 American social reformer, author and editor, 1824-1892 Happiness lies, first of all, in health. More quotations from George William Curtis

1969

Rocky Marciano died on August 31, 1969 I have always adhered to two principles. The first one is to train hard and get in the best possible physical condition. The second is to forget all about the other fellow until you face him in the ring and the bell sounds for the fight. More quotations from Rocky Marciano

1973

John Ford died on August 31, 1973 You can speak well if your tongue can deliver the message of your heart. More quotations from John Ford