Historical Events
- 1st American steeplechase horserace at Westchester, NY
Famous Birthdays
- August Halm, German composer, born in Vellberg, Germany (d. 1929)
- Washington Luís, President of Brazil (1926-30), born in Macaé, Rio de Janeiro (d. 1957)
About October 26, 1869
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 154 years, 8 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Scorpio
