Historical Events
"The Wasp"
Ambrose Bierce is appointed editor of "The Wasp" magazine
Watson Meets Holmes
Dr John Watson is first introduced to Sherlock Holmes in story written by Arthur Conan Doyle
Famous Birthdays
- Carry van Bruggen [de Haan], Dutch author (Heleen, Eva), born in Smilde, Netherlands (d. 1932)
- Vajiravudh, King of Thailand (d. 1925)
Famous Deaths
- Auguste Blanqui, French revolutionary socialist (imprisoned for 33 years, Blanquist movement), dies at 75
Died in 1881 1881 Highlights
About January 1, 1881
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 143 years, 4 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
