Historical Events
Root Resigns as Attorney
Elihu Root, US Attorney for the Southern District of New York (since 1883), submits his resignation to President Grover Cleveland after successfully prosecuting James C. Fish
- The United States terminates reciprocity and fishery agreement with Canada
Famous Deaths
- Hermann von Fehling, German chemist (Fehling's solution), dies at 73
Died in 1885 1885 Highlights
About July 1, 1885
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 138 years, 10 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Cancer
