Famous Birthdays
- Willem Kernkamp, Dutch minister of Colonies (Islam & Woman), born in Edam, Netherlands (d. 1956)
Famous Deaths
- Horatio Alger, American clergyman and author (Disagreeable Woman, Ragged Dick), dies at 67
Died in 1899 1899 Highlights
About July 18, 1899
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 124 years, 9 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Cancer
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake
Year of the Horse
Year of the Goat/Sheep
Year of the Monkey