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What Happened on September 5, 1874

Famous Birthdays

  • Napoleon "Nap" Lajoie, American Baseball HOF second baseman (Triple Crown 1901; AL batting champion 1901–04, 10; Philadelphia A's, Cleveland Naps), born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island (d. 1959)

About September 5, 1874

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 149 years, 10 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Virgo