Famous Birthdays
- Gordon Hewart, British judge "Not only must Justice be done; it must also be seen to be done" (Lord Chief Justice 1922-40), born in Bury, England (d. 1943)
Famous Deaths
- Carl Schwencke, German pianist and composer, dies at 72
Died in 1870 1870 Highlights
About January 7, 1870
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 154 years, 6 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
