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What Happened on July 3, 1912

Historical Events

Marquard Ties Win-streak Record

NY Giants pitcher Rube Marquard ties Tim Keefe's 1888 MLB record 19 game win-streak with 2-1 win v Brooklyn Dodgers; has 21 with 2 end-of-season in 1911

Famous Deaths

  • Robert Hoke, American Major General (Confederate Army), dies at 75
Died in 1912 1912 Highlights

About July 3, 1912

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 112 years and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer