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What Happened on October 14, 1896

Famous Birthdays

  • Bud Flanagan [Chaim Reuben Weintrop], English comedian (duo with Chesney Alley), born in London, England (d. 1968)
  • Oscar Charleston, American Baseball HOF CF (NgL Triple Crown 1921 St. Louis Giants, 1924, 25 Harrisburg Giants) and manager (NgL WS 1933, 35, 36 Pittsburgh Crawfords), born in Indianapolis, Indiana (d. 1954)

About October 14, 1896

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 9 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Libra