Historical Events
Music Premiere
W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan's comic opera "Patience" premieres at The Opera Comique, London
Famous Birthdays
- Claude Carter, South African cricket spin bowler (19 Tests, 28 wickets, BB 6/50; Natal, Transvaal), born in Durban, South Africa (d. 1952)
1881 Highlights
About April 23, 1881
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 141 years, 11 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
