George Frederick Stout was born. Professor of Logic and Metaphysics at the University of St. Andrews for over thirty years, Stout was an influential writer in the early days of modern psychology. Among his best known works are 'Analytical Psychology' (1896) and 'Manual of Psychology' (1899).

Stout was also renowned for editing the prestigious journal Mind from 1891 to 1920, the first periodical devoted to disseminating psychological research.