Historical Events
- Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's orchestral work "Capriccio Espagnol" premieres in St Petersburg, Russia
Famous Birthdays
Chiang Kai-shek (1887-1975)
Chinese political and military leader who served as the leader of the Republic of China (1928-75), born in Xikou, Zhejiang, China
- Newsy Lalonde, Canadian ice hockey (Montreal Canadiens) and lacrosse player, born in Cornwall, Ontario (d. 1970)
- William Whysall, British cricketer (4 Tests for England 1924-30), (d. 1930)
Famous Deaths
- George Alexander Macfarren, British composer and musicologist, dies at 74
Died in 1887 1887 Highlights
About October 31, 1887
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 136 years, 5 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Scorpio
