Historical Events
- Georges Feydeau's farce "Le Dindon" premieres in Paris
- Western Conference forms to be first Western college football season, later renamed Big 10 Conference
Famous Birthdays
- Orville Caldwell, American actor (Patsy, French Doll, Last Warning), born in Oakland, California (d. 1967)
About February 8, 1896
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 128 years, 2 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aquarius
