Historical Events
- The Blackpool Illuminations are switched on for the first time.
- Thomas Ray becomes youngest to break a world track & field record pole-vaulting 11' 2½" at age 17 years & 198 days
About September 19, 1879
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 144 years, 9 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
