Historical Events
Gokhale Visits South Africa
Gopal Krishna Gokhale, at invitation of Gandhi, arrives in South Africa on a 26-day tour; he also visits Tolstoy Farm
Famous Birthdays
- Eric Charles Twelves Wilson, English British Army officer (awarded Victoria Cross), born in Sandown, Isle of Wight, England (d. 2008)
About October 2, 1912
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 111 years, 7 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
