Historical Events
- Edward Bouchet is 1st African American to receive a Ph.D from a US college (Yale)
- Meharry Medical College forms at Central Tennessee College
Rutherford B. Hayes
President Rutherford B. Hayes and challenger Samuel J. Tilden claim presidential victory as Tilden (D) wins popular vote but Electoral College votes are disputed with Hayes (R)
Famous Birthdays
- Charlie Townsend, English cricketer, born in Bristol (d. 1958)
- Culbert Olson, American lawyer and politician (Gov-D-Cal), born in Fillmore, Utah (d. 1962)
- Ted Arnold, English cricketer (England all-rounder in 10 Tests 1903-05), born in Withycombe Raleigh, Devon (d. 1942)
Famous Deaths
- Albertus van Raalte, Dutch-American Reformed vicar (settled Holland, Michigan), dies at 65
Died in 1876 1876 Highlights
About November 7, 1876
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 147 years, 5 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Scorpio
