Historical Events
- Slave plantation owner Charles Farquharson begins his diary at Prospect Hill Plantation, Watlings Island (San Salvador). Only plantation diary to survive from the Bahamas (ends Dec 1832). [1]
"The Liberator"
William Lloyd Garrison publishes 1st issue of abolitionist newspaper "The Liberator" in Boston; publication continued until the 13th Amendment abolished slavery in 1865
Famous Birthdays
- William Joseph Westbrook, British organist and sacred music composer, born in London, England (d. 1894)
About January 1, 1831
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 193 years, 4 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
