J. F. Powers was an American writer and novelist born on August 8, 1917, in Jacksonville, United States. He is known for his contributions to American literature and was celebrated for his unique storytelling style. Powers' works often reflect the themes of faith, morality, and the human experience, earning him recognition and acclaim in literary circles. He passed away on June 12, 1999, in the United States, leaving a legacy that continues to influence writers today.
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August 8, 1917 Facts
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J. F. Powers belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: Jacksonville
Place of Death: Collegeville Township
Educated At: Wilbur Wright College
Occupation: novelist | writer
Spouses: Betty Wahl
Awards Received: National Book Award for Fiction | National Book Award | Guggenheim Fellowship
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 8, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for August 8, 2025 |
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| Sun | 15 Leo 34 | 16 Leo 26 | 1 Sagittarius 54 |
| Moon | 1 Taurus 58 | 9 Aquarius 15 | 9 Aries 16 |
| Mercury | 9 Virgo 7 | 4 Leo 36 | 13 Sagittarius 37 |
| Venus | 13 Virgo 21 | 9 Cancer 59 | 19 Capricorn 1 |
| Mars | 7 Cancer 43 | 1 Libra 7 | 11 Virgo 35 |
| Jupiter | 7 Gemini 3 | 13 Cancer 21 | 6 Gemini 45 |
| Saturn | 6 Leo 23 | 1 Aries 14 | 15 Leo 17 |
| Uranus | 21 Aquarius 56 | 1 Gemini 8 | 20 Aquarius 1 |
| Neptune | 5 Leo 2 | 1 Aries 51 | 7 Leo 3 |
| Pluto | 4 Cancer 55 | 2 Aquarius 14 | 5 Cancer 5 |
| Rahu | 8 Capricorn 43 | 19 Pisces 51 | 3 Capricorn 0 |
| Ketu | 8 Cancer 43 | 19 Virgo 51 | 3 Cancer 0 |
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