Historical Events
- Power plant at Niagara Falls begins operation
- The Emancipation Run: 33 motorists parade from London to Brighton to celebrate England's Locomotives on Highways Act 1896, which increased automobile speed limit to 14 mph
Famous Birthdays
- Mamie Eisenhower, First Lady of the United States (1953-61), born in Boone, Iowa (d. 1979)
About November 14, 1896
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 5 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Scorpio
