Historical Events
Music Premiere
Franz Schubert's 2nd Symphony in B premieres in London, England by Crystal Palace Orchestra, conducted by Alfred Manns
Famous Birthdays
Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt (1877-1915)
American businessman (New York Central Railway), born in NYC, New York
- Josephine McGill, American composer and folksong collector, born in Louisville, Kentucky (d. 1919)
1877 Highlights
About October 20, 1877
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 145 years, 11 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
