Historical Events
- One of first known modern beauty contests held in Spa, Belgium
Famous Birthdays
- James Waddell Alexander II, American mathematician and topologist, born in Sea Bright, New Jersey (d. 1971)
- Porter Hall, American actor (Half-Breed, Double Indemnity), born in Cincinnati, Ohio (d. 1953)
About September 19, 1888
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 7 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Virgo
