Historical Events
- Horace Greeley, founder and editor of the "New-York Tribune" reputedly advises his readers to "Go west, young man"
Barnum Museum Fire
P. T. Barnum's museum in New York burns down, giantess Anna Haining Swan just escapes
About July 13, 1865
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 158 years, 9 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer
