Edward Clark, American lawyer and politician, 8th Governor of Texas (b. 1815)
Edward Clark (April 1, 1815 – May 4, 1880) was the eighth Governor of Texas. His term coincided with the beginning of the American Civil War.
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Edison effect
Thomas Edison observes the Edison effect. - 13May
Thomas Edison
In Menlo Park, New Jersey, Thomas Edison performs the first test of his electric railway. - 7Jun
Battle of Arica
War of the Pacific: The Battle of Arica, the assault and capture of Morro de Arica (Arica Cape), ends the Campaña del Desierto (Desert Campaign). - 28Jun
Ned Kelly
Australian bushranger Ned Kelly is captured at Glenrowan. - 11Nov
Ned Kelly
Australian bushranger Ned Kelly is hanged at Melbourne Gaol.