Historical Events
- The Harbour Grace Affray between Irish Catholics and Protestant Orangemen causes five deaths in Newfoundland.
Famous Birthdays
- Carl Ahues, German Chess Master (1950), born in Bremen, Germany (d. 1968)
- Frank Debenham, Australian geographer and geologist, born in Bowral, Australia (d. 1965)
About December 26, 1883
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 140 years, 4 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Capricorn
