Birthdays occurring on September, 28

1705

Henry Fox was born on September 28, 1705 Touch but a cobweb in Westminster Hall, and the old spider of the law is out upon you with all his vermin at his heels More quotations from Henry Fox

1841

George Clemenceau was born on September 28, 1841 French statesman, journalist and prime minester (1917-20), 1841-1929 In order to act, you must be somewhat insane. A reasonably sensible man is satisfied with thinking. More quotations from George Clemenceau

1870

Florent Schmitt was born on September 28, 1870 French composer. 1870-1958 When I don't like a piece of music, I make a point of listening to it more closely More quotations from Florent Schmitt

Deaths occurring on September, 28

1891

Herman Melville died on September 28, 1891 American short-story writer, novelist and poet. Best known for his novels of the sea, including his masterpiece, Moby Dick. 1819-1891 Friendship at first sight, like love at first sight is said to be the only truth More quotations from Herman Melville

1895

Louis Pasteur died on September 28, 1895 French chemist and microbiologist, 1822-1895 Chance favors the prepared mind. More quotations from Louis Pasteur

1902

Emile Zola died on September 28, 1902 French novelist, critic and activist. 1840-1902 The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work. More quotations from Emile Zola

1964

Harpo Marx died on September 28, 1964 American comedian and actor, 1888-1964 Harpo, she's a lovely person. She deserves a good husband. Marry her before she finds one. More quotations from Harpo Marx