Famous Birthdays
- Herbie Collins, Australian cricket all-rounder and captain (19 Tests, 1,352 runs @ 45.06, 4 x 100s), born in Sydney, Australia (d. 1959)
Famous Deaths
- Stephan Hale Alonzo Marsh, British born composer who worked in Australia (Australia's 1st opera), dies at 83
Died in 1888 1888 Highlights
About January 21, 1888
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 136 years, 5 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aquarius
