Famous Birthdays
- Ted Shawn, American modern dance pioneer and choreographer (Dance We Must), born in St. Louis, Missouri (d. 1972)
Famous Deaths
- Alpheus Baker, American Brigadier General (Confederate Army), dies at 63
Died in 1891 1891 Highlights
About October 21, 1891
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 132 years, 6 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Libra