Historical Events
Conference of Interest
American abolitionist John Brown holds antislavery convention
Famous Birthdays
- John Meade Falkner, English novelist (Moonfleet), born in Manningford, England (d. 1932)
1858 Highlights
About May 8, 1858
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 164 years, 10 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
