Historical Events
- Alexander P. Ashbourne patents a process for refining coconut oil
- Battle of Maiwand, at which Dr Watson is wounded, breaks out
Famous Birthdays
- Jack Doscher, American baseball pitcher (1st son of a major leaguer to play MLB), born in Troy, New York (d. 1971)
- Joe Tinker, American Baseball HOF shortstop (World Series 1907, 08 Chicago Orphans/Cubs) and manager (Cincinnati Reds, Chicago Cubs), born in Muscotah, Kansas (d. 1948)
About July 27, 1880
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 143 years, 9 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
