This Day in History, October 5

History & Quotes / October 05, 2024

On October 5th, 1930, the Airship R-101 crash-landed in France.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / October 04, 2024

A thought for the day: Surround yourself with people who are smarter than you. Pick people who are interested in what you're interested in. -- American music executive Russell Simmons

Other Notable Events for October 4

History & Quotes / October 04, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1876, the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas, now Texas A&M, opened. It was the first public higher education institution in Texas.

In 1883, the Orient Express ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for October 4

History & Quotes / October 04, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Rutherford B. Hayes, 19th president of the United States, in 1822
- artist Frederic Remington in 1861
- writer Alfred Runyan in 1880
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Astronomy

History & Quotes / October 04, 2024

Today is Friday, Oct. 4, the 278th day of 2024 with 88 to follow.

The moon is waxing. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.

This Day in History, October 4

History & Quotes / October 04, 2024

On October 4th, 1883, the first run of the Orient Express took place.