Historical Events
- Alvin J. Fellows of New Haven, Connecticut patents the tape measure
Famous Birthdays
Gertrude Bell (1868-1926)
British archaeologist (Desert & The Sown), born in Washington Hall, County Durham, England
About July 14, 1868
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 155 years, 9 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Cancer