Famous Birthdays
- Gregor MacGregor, English cricket wicket-keeper (8 Tests 1890-93) and Scottish rugby union player, born in Edinburgh, Scotland (d. 1919)
Famous Deaths
- Mary Ward, Irish scientist, first automobile accident victim (b. 1827)
1869 Highlights
About August 31, 1869
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 153 years, 6 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
