Historical Events
- Faneuil Hall, Boston, opens to the public
Famous Deaths
- Johann Matthias Hase, German scientist (b. 1684)
Died in 1742 1742 Highlights
About September 24, 1742
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Friday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 281 years, 10 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
