Historical Events
- Dr. Stephen A. Wright establishes the" Miner's Bank" in San Francisco, California
Famous Birthdays
- Princess Frederica of Hanover, born in Hanover, Kingdom of Hanover (d. 1926)
Famous Deaths
- Caroline Herschel, German-British pioneering female astronomer (comet 35P/Herschel-Rigolle), dies at 97
Died in 1848 1848 Highlights
About January 9, 1848
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 176 years, 3 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Capricorn
