Famous Birthdays
- A. M. de Jong, Dutch writer (World Tour of Bulletje & Bonestaak), born in Nieuw-Vossemeer, Netherlands (d. 1943)
- James E. Casey, American businessman and founder (United Parcel Service), born in Candelaria, Nevada (d. 1983)
Famous Deaths
- Charles-Valentin Alkan, French pianist and composer, dies at 74
Died in 1888 1888 Highlights
About March 29, 1888
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 136 years, 1 month and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aries
