Historical Events
- Annie Londonderry [Annie Kopchovsky] arrives in Chicago to complete first round-the-world trip by a woman on a bicycle in 15 months and collects her $10,000 prize
- Defender (US) beats Valkyrie III (England) in 10th America's Cup
Famous Birthdays
- Alice Lake, American silent screen actress (Glamour, Wicked), born in Brooklyn, New York (d. 1967)
About September 12, 1895
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 128 years, 7 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Virgo
