Famous Birthdays
- Fritz Feld, German actor (Jack Benny Show, At the Circus, Errand Boy, Promises Promises), born in Berlin, Germany (d. 1993)
- Mervyn LeRoy, American movie producer (Devil at 4 O'Clock), born in San Francisco, California (d. 1987)
Famous Deaths
- Zdenek Fibich, Czech classical composer (Šárka; The Bride of Messina), dies at 49
Died in 1900 1900 Highlights
About October 15, 1900
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 123 years, 6 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
