Historical Events
Wimbledon Women's Tennis
Wimbledon Women's Tennis: Defending champion Maud Watson defeats Blanche Bingley 6–1, 7–5
Famous Birthdays
- Benjamin Dale, British composer (Before the Paling of the Stars; The Flowing Tide), and educator (Royal Academy), born in Upper Holloway, Islington, England (d. 1943)
Famous Deaths
- Jean-Charles Chapais, Canadian politician (considered Father of the Canadian Confederation), dies at 73
Died in 1885 1885 Highlights
About July 17, 1885
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 138 years, 9 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Cancer
