Historical Events
The Poor of New York
Dion Boucicault's stage drama "The Poor of New York" opens at Wallack's Lyceum Theatre, NYC
1857 Highlights
About December 8, 1857
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 166 years, 7 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius