Historical Events
- Mackinder, Ollier and Brocherel make the first ascent of Batian (5,199m - 17,058 ft), the highest peak of Mount Kenya
Famous Birthdays
- Anton Constandse, Dutch anarchist and writer, born in Brouwershaven, Netherlands (d. 1985)
- Corneliu Zelea Codreanu, Romanian politician (founder and leader of the Iron Guard), born in Huși, Vaslui County, Romania (d. 1938)
- Frank "Big Boy" Goudie, American jazz tenor saxophonist and clarinetist, and upholsterer, born in Youngsville, Louisiana (d. 1964)
1899 Highlights
About September 13, 1899
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 123 years, 8 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Virgo
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