Famous Birthdays
- Benjamin Lundy, American Quaker abolitionist and philanthropist, born in Hardwick Township, New Jersey (d. 1839)
Famous Deaths
- Thomas Nelson, American member of Continental Congress (signer of Declaration of Independence), plantation owner and Virginia militia general, dies at 50
Died in 1789 1789 Highlights
About January 4, 1789
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 235 years, 3 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
