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What Happened on April 30, 1889

Historical Events

  • 1st US national holiday, on centennial of Washington's inauguration

Famous Birthdays

  • Acario Cotapos, Chilean composer, born in Valdivia, Chile (d. 1969)
  • Rudolph Simonsen, Danish composer (Olympic Arts bronze, 1928 - Symphony No. 2 (Hellas)), and educator (Royal Danish Academy, 1916-47), born in Copenhagen, Denmark (d. 1947)

Famous Deaths

  • Carl Rosa, German-born violinist and composer (founder of the Rosa opera company that toured UK and US), dies at 47
Died in 1889 1889 Highlights

About April 30, 1889

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 3 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus