Famous Birthdays
- Elizabeth Bowen, Anglo-Irish novelist (The Death of the Heart, Encounters), born in Dublin, Ireland (d. 1973)
- John Hawkes, Australian tennis player (Australasian C'ship singles, doubles, mixed doubles 1926), born in Geelong, Victoria (d. 1990)
Famous Deaths
- Augustin Daly, American playwright and theatrical manager, dies at 60
- William Stephen Walker, American Brigadier General (Confederate Army), dies at 77
Died in 1899 1899 Highlights
About June 7, 1899
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 124 years, 10 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Gemini
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