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What Happened on October 29, 1873

Famous Birthdays

  • Guillermo Valencia, Colombian poet, translator and statesman, born in Popayán, Cauca, Colombia (d. 1943)

Famous Deaths

  • Ernest Feydeau, French author (Fanny), dies at 52
  • John of Saxony, King of Saxony (1854-73), dies at 71
  • Leonardus Lightenvelt, Dutch politician, dies at 78
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About October 29, 1873

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 150 years, 9 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Scorpio