Historical Events
- Henry Perky patents a machine he developed with William Ford for the preparation of cereals for food, otherwise known as shredded wheat
Famous Birthdays
- Alfred Neumann, German playwright (Devil), born in Lautenburg, Germany (now in Poland) (d. 1952)
About October 15, 1895
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 128 years, 6 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Libra