Famous Birthdays
Eugene O'Neill (1888-1953)
American playwright (Desire Under the Elms-Nobel 1936), born in New York City
- Paul Popenoe, American activist (d. 1979)
Famous Deaths
- John Wentworth, Mayor of Chicago (b. 1815)
Died in 1888 1888 Highlights
About October 16, 1888
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 6 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Libra
