Historical Events
- The First Battle of Ypres begins
Famous Deaths
- Margaret E. Knight, American inventor (flat-bottomed paper bag), described as a "female Thomas Edison", dies at 76
Died in 1914 1914 Highlights
About October 12, 1914
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 109 years, 6 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Libra
