Historical Events
- 1st news dispatch by telephone, between Boston & Salem, Massachusetts
- US railroad builders strike against wage reduction
Famous Birthdays
- Louis Renault, French automobile executive (Renault Motor Company), born in Paris, France (d. 1944)
About February 12, 1877
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 147 years, 2 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius