Famous Birthdays
- Frank Dalton, American lawman of the Old West (Deputy US Marshal, Oklahoma Territory), brother of the Dalton Gang of outlaws, born in Westport, Missouri (d. 1887)
- Smith Wigglesworth, British religious figure, born in Menston, Yorkshire, England (d. 1947)
Famous Deaths
Walter Hunt (1796-1859)
American inventor (safety pin, sewing machine), dies at 62
Died in 1859 1859 Highlights
About June 8, 1859
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 164 years, 10 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini