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What Happened on June 3, 1888

Historical Events

  • Baseball poem "Casey at the Bat" 1st published by the San Francisco Examiner

Famous Birthdays

  • Tom Brown, American dixieland jazz trombonist, born in New Orleans, Louisiana (d. 1958)

Famous Deaths

  • Cark Reidel, German composer, dies at 60
Died in 1888 1888 Highlights

About June 3, 1888

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 136 years, 1 month and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Gemini