What Happened on February 3, 1889

Famous Birthdays

  • Carl Theodor Dreyer, Danish director (Passion of Jeanne d'arc), born in Copenhagen, Denmark (d. 1968)
  • Risto Ryti, Finnish politician (Prime Minister of Finland 1939-41, President of Finland 1940-44), born in Huittinen, Finland (d. 1956)

Famous Deaths

  • Belle Starr [Myra Belle Shirley], American outlaw (wild west), murdered at 40
Died in 1889 1889 Highlights

About February 3, 1889

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 2 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aquarius