Famous Birthdays
- Barney Oldfield, American auto racer (International Motorsports Hall of Fame; first to drive at 60mph on circular track), born near Wauseon, Ohio (d. 1946)
1878 Highlights
About January 29, 1878
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 142 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius