Historical Events
Event of Interest
Charles Tupper resigns as Prime Minister of Canada after losing the June 23rd election, his 69-day term the shortest in Canadian history
Presidential Convention
Orator William Jennings Bryan's "cross of gold" speech at Democratic convention in Chicago
Famous Birthdays
- Alfredo Carmelo, Filipino aviator, lithographer, and painter, born in Manila, Philippines (d. 1985)
About July 8, 1896
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 126 years, 8 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Cancer
