Historical Events
- Philadelphia outfielder Ed Delahanty becomes second major leaguer to hit 4 HRs in a game as Phillies lose 9-8 to Chicago Colts at the West Side Grounds, Chicago
Famous Birthdays
- Mordecai Ardon, Israeli painter (d. 1992)
Famous Deaths
- August Kekule von Stradonitz, German chemist who discovered structure of benzene ring, dies at 66
Died in 1896 1896 Highlights
About July 13, 1896
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 9 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Cancer
