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What Happened on December 30, 1873

Historical Events

  • American Metrological Society forms (NYC) weights, measures & money

Famous Birthdays

  • Alfred "Al" Smith, American politician, 4 time Governor of New York (1919-20 and 1923-28), and 1st Catholic nominee for US President (1928), born in Manhattan, New York (d. 1944)

About December 30, 1873

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 150 years, 7 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Capricorn