Famous Birthdays
- Julius Tannen, American vaudeville comedian (Great Moment), born in Manhattan, New York (d. 1965)
Famous Deaths
- Karl August Krebs, composer, dies at 76
Died in 1880 1880 Highlights
About May 16, 1880
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 143 years, 11 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus