In 1912, schoolboys throughout the UK went on "strike".

In 1940, German bombers began making night raids on London.

In 1987, French racing driver Didier Peroni died in a power boat accident.

From the Telegraph & Argus of August 23rd, 1977...

A national ban on all soccer specials other than those organised by official supporters' clubs was called for today by Leeds United's general manager Mr Keith Archer. His plea follows the riot involving Leeds United and Sunderland fans on the A1 in North Yorkshire on Saturday as the fans were travelling home from Newcastle and Hull respectively.

From the Telegraph & Argus of August 23rd, 1952...

The official organ of the Salvation Army, the War Cry today raised its voice in anxiety about the welfare state. A leading article declares: "If he does not look to himself and exercise a personal discipline of both thought and action, the citizen of the welfare state, in addition to becoming a rejuvenated automaton, will become 'soft'."