Famous Birthdays
- Amy Lowell, American poet and critic (Patterns, Sword Blades & Poppy Seed), born in Brookline, Massachusetts (d. 1925)
- Vsevolod Meyerhold [Karl Kasimir Theodor], Russian theatrical director and actor (Houligan), born in Penza Oblast, Russian Empire (d. 1940)
Famous Deaths
- Countess of Ségur, French writer ("Les Malheurs de Sophie"), dies at 74
- Jules Michelet, French historian (History of France), dies at 75
Died in 1874 1874 Highlights
About February 9, 1874
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 150 years, 5 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius