What Happened This Year 1884

Born in 1884

Giacomo Alberione

Italian priest and publisher of religious media
Born
1884 141 years ago
Died
November 26th, 1971 53 years ago — 87 years old

Founded the Society of Saint Paul, an institute dedicated to disseminating the Catholic faith through mass media. Established various publishing houses, including Edizioni Paoline, focusing on religious literature and responsible journalism. Created the Daughters of Saint Paul, a congregation aimed at promoting the message of Christ using contemporary means of communication. Contributed significantly to the development of Catholic media in the 20th century.

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Félix Gouin

French politician and Prime Minister
Born
1884 141 years ago
Died
October 25th, 1977 47 years ago — 93 years old

Served as Prime Minister of France from 1946 to 1947. Elected as a member of the French National Assembly in 1945. Contributed to post-World War II reconstruction efforts. Played a significant role in the establishment of the Fourth Republic. Held various ministerial positions throughout his political career, including Minister of National Education.

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Konstantinos Tsaldaris

Egyptian-Greek politician and statesman
Born
1884 141 years ago
Died
November 15th, 1970 54 years ago — 86 years old

Served as a prominent politician in Greece. Played a significant role in the Greek political landscape during the mid-20th century. Was a member of the Greek Parliament multiple times and led the Greek government as Prime Minister from 1952 to 1953. Contributed to the establishment of the conservative political party in Greece, which shaped the country's governance in the post-World War II era through various political challenges and developments.

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Otto Fritz Meyerhof

Nobel Prize-winning biochemist
Born
1884 141 years ago
Died
October 6th, 1951 73 years ago — 67 years old

A German-American physician and biochemist, contributions included significant research in muscle metabolism. His work clarified the biochemical processes of energy production, particularly focusing on the glycolytic pathway. The correlation of lactate production during exercise was a key finding. This research garnered a Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1922.

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Charles Hylton Stewart

English organist and composer
Born
1884 141 years ago
Died
November 14th, 1932 92 years ago — 48 years old

An English organist and composer contributed significantly to church music and organ performance during the early 20th century. He served as the organist at various notable churches, including St. Paul's Cathedral in London. His compositions include a number of choral works and organ pieces that remain part of church repertoires. Additionally, he played a vital role in music education, influencing many young musicians through his teaching.

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Julien Lahaut

Belgian soldier and politician
Born
1884 141 years ago
Died
August 18th, 1950 74 years ago — 66 years old

Served as a soldier and became an influential Belgian politician. Contributed to the establishment of the Belgian Workers' Party and played a significant role in post-World War II politics. Advocated for workers' rights and social justice, promoting reforms that influenced Belgian labor policy. Represented the interests of the working class and was significantly involved in the political landscape during a transformative period in Belgium's history.

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Ted Theodore

Australian Politician, Premier of Queensland
Born
1884 141 years ago
Died
February 9th, 1950 75 years ago — 66 years old

Served as the 20th Premier of Queensland from 1932 to 1936. Led the state during the Great Depression, implementing various economic reforms and infrastructure projects. Advocated for public ownership of key industries and sought to improve unemployment rates. His government faced challenges from both the economic climate and political opposition, eventually losing power in 1936. Contributed to the development of the Labor Party's policies in Queensland, leaving a lasting influence on the state's political landscape.

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Prince Ferdinand of Bavaria

German Royal and patron of the arts
Born
1884 141 years ago
Died
April 5th, 1958 66 years ago — 74 years old

A member of the House of Wittelsbach, engaged in military service and diplomacy. Actively promoted the arts and culture in Bavaria, holding significant influence in the regional art scene. Contributed to the restoration and preservation of historical sites. Served in various military capacities during World War I, earning recognition for service. Passed away in 1958, leaving a legacy tied to his patronage of cultural activities.

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John Aglionby

Bishop of Accra and soldier
Born
1884 141 years ago
Died
May 15th, 1963 61 years ago — 79 years old

Born in England, served as the Bishop of Accra from 1923 until death in 1963. Also held a military career, contributing significantly during World War I. Played a key role in the establishment of the Church of the Province of West Africa, promoting Christianity in the region. Engaged in various community and educational initiatives within the Ghanaian society throughout his tenure as bishop.

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