Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library
Aug. 29, 1914 – The German Kaiser Wilhelm, now in the 26th year of his reign, finds himself almost fighting the world alone.
Aug. 29, 1964 — A racially charged riot erupts in North Philadelphia.
Aug. 29, 1989 – The Food and Drug Administration is encouraging wider use of experimental drugs for terminally ill patients.
Aug. 29, 2004 – Danny Glover, film star and humanitarian, will kick off the Sinai Sunday Evening Forum series in Michigan City.