Historical Events
- Providence Grays MLB pitcher John M. Ward throws a perfect game beating the Buffalo Bisons, 5-0; second perfect game in National League in 6 days; next one takes 84 years
Famous Birthdays
- Carl Van Vechten, American writer famous for the controversial novel "Nigger Heaven", born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (d. 1964)
About June 17, 1880
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 143 years, 10 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Gemini
