Historical Events
- US mint at Carson City, Nevada, directed to close
Famous Birthdays
- Emiel Poetou, Flemish sculptor, born in Ghent, Belgium (d. 1975)
- Martin O'Meara, Irish-born Australian WWI soldier and Victoria Cross honoree, born in Terryglass, Republic of Ireland (d. 1935)
1885 Highlights
About November 6, 1885
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 137 years, 7 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Scorpio
