Historical Events
- Tchaikovski's ballet "Casse-noisette" premieres in St Petersburg
Famous Birthdays
- Sam Barry, American collegiate basketball, football and baseball coach (University of Southern California, 1929-50), born in Aberdeen, South Dakota (d. 1950)
Famous Deaths
- George Brayton, American engineer who developed the Brayton Cycle combustion engine, dies at 62
Died in 1892 1892 Highlights
About December 17, 1892
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 131 years, 4 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius