Historical Events
- Edward Acheson of Pennsylvania, patents an abrasive he names "carborundum" (Silicon carbide)
Famous Birthdays
- Ben Hecht, American novelist, screenwriter and playwright (The Front Page), born in NYC, New York (d. 1964)
1893 Highlights
About February 28, 1893
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 130 years, 3 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Pisces
