Historical Events
Event of Interest
Hawaiian King David Kalakaua is 1st king to visit the US as guest of Ulysses S. Grant at 1st US state dinner at the White House
Famous Birthdays
- Volter Kilpi, Finnish writer (Alastalon salissa), born in Kustavi, Finland (d. 1939)
1874 Highlights
About December 12, 1874
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 148 years, 3 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius
