Famous Birthdays
- Halfdan Cleve [née Klewe], Norwegian pianist and composer, born in Kongsberg, Norway (d. 1951)
- John Erskine, American poet and writer (Private Life of Helen of Troy), born in NYC, New York (d. 1951)
1879 Highlights
About October 5, 1879
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 143 years, 7 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
