Famous Birthdays
- Nat Holman, basketball coach (CCNY)
Famous Deaths
- Félix Tisserand, French Astronomer, dies at 51
1896 Highlights
About October 20, 1896
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 124 years, 4 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Lost Generation
Star Sign: Libra