Famous Birthdays
- Amy Lowell, American poet and critic (Patterns, Sword Blades & Poppy Seed), born in Brookline, Massachusetts (d. 1925)
- Vsevolod Meyerhold [Karl Kasimir Theodor], Russian theatrical director and actor (Houligan), born in Penza Oblast, Russian Empire (d. 1940)
Famous Deaths
- Jules Michelet, French historian (History of France), dies at 75
1874 Highlights
About February 9, 1874
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 149 years, 1 month and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius
