Historical Events
- Germany's anti-socialist laws lapse
- US Congress creates Weather Bureau
- US Congress establishes Yosemite National Park (California)
Famous Birthdays
- Alice Joyce, American actress (Song O' My Heart), born in Kansas City, Missouri (d. 1955)
- Constantin C. Nottara, Romanian composer (d. 1951)
- Stanley Holloway, English actor (Higgins-Our Man Higgins), born in London, England (d. 1982)
About October 1, 1890
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 132 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Libra
