Births on July 27

Benjamin Miessner

Born on July 27, 1890

Benjamin Miessner, American radio engineer and inventor (d.1976)

Benjamin Franklin Miessner (July 27, 1890 – March 25, 1976) was an American radio engineer and inventor. He is most known for his electronic organ, electronic piano, and other musical instruments. He was the inventor of the Cat's whisker detector.

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Events on 1890

1 Jun

Herman Hollerith
The United States Census Bureau begins using Herman Hollerith's tabulating machine to count census returns.
2 Jul

Sherman Antitrust Act
The U.S. Congress passes the Sherman Antitrust Act.
12 Sep

Rhodesia
Salisbury, Rhodesia, is founded.
24 Sep

1890 Manifesto
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints officially renounces polygamy.
25 Sep

Sequoia National Park
The United States Congress establishes Sequoia National Park.

Births on July 27

Benjamin Miessner

Born on July 27, 1890

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Events on 1890

Herman Hollerith

Sherman Antitrust Act

Rhodesia

1890 Manifesto

Sequoia National Park