Historical Events
- English writer Edmond Hoyle publishes his "Short Treatise" on the card game whist
1742 Highlights
About August 29, 1742
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Sunday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 281 years, 11 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
