Historical Events
- Yerkes Observatory of University of Chicago is dedicated
Famous Deaths
- Paul Kuczynski, Polish composer, dies at 50
Died in 1897 1897 Highlights
About October 21, 1897
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 126 years, 6 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Libra
