Historical Events
- Highest scoring opening game, Phils beat Braves 19-17 in 10
Famous Birthdays
- Richard Hughes, English writer (Fiction as Truth), born in Weybridge, Surrey (d. 1976)
- Roland Michener, 20th Governor General of Canada (1967-74), born in Lacombe, Alberta, Canada (d. 1991)
1900 Highlights
About April 19, 1900
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 122 years, 11 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aries
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