Henry Timrod born, 1829
Joel Chandler Harris born, 1848
December Ninth
JOEL CHANDLER HARRIS
It would be difficult to estimate the good done by a man like Harris, who brings a sense of relaxation and a thrill of pleasure to countless readers round the world. Such a man becomes a public benefactor. To-day men are better citizens, life’s tasks are easier, the roads are lighter, and heaven is nearer to earth because of the cheerful, hopeful, mirthful stories of Uncle Remus.
Henry Stiles Bradley
Lord Dunmore defeated by Colonel Woodford at Battle of Great Bridge, Virginia, 1775
December Tenth