Historical Events
- Edward Acheson of Pennsylvania, patents an abrasive he names "carborundum" (Silicon carbide)
Event of Interest
Stephen Crane's first novel "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets" is published under the pseudonym "Johnston Smith"
Famous Birthdays
- Ben Hecht, American novelist, screenwriter and playwright (The Front Page), born in New York City (d. 1964)
About February 28, 1893
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 131 years, 2 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Pisces
