Historical Events
Event of Interest
Abraham Lincoln resumes his political career with a speech denouncing recent federal legislation extending slavery, at Illinois State Fair in Springfield; event is a precursor to his famous Peoria Speech [1]
1854 Highlights
About October 4, 1854
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 168 years, 11 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
