Historical Events
Macdonald Re-elected
After serving as the opposition for five years, John A. Macdonald is re-elected as Prime Minister of Canada
Famous Birthdays
- Barlow Carkeek, Australian cricket wicket-keeper (6 Tests, 6 dismissals; Victoria), born in Walhalla, Australia (d. 1937)
- Henri Mulet, French organist, cellist, and composer (Carillon-Sortie; Esquisses Byzantines), born in Paris, France (d. 1967)
About October 17, 1878
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 145 years, 8 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
