1870s

Events

 * 1872: Bolandi, the manufacturers of Bolandi's Exquisite Crystallized Pineapple, is established.
 * 1874: Elm Distilleries starts producing Dragon Barrel Brandy, and Swotts & Swotts Scotch Distilleries starts producing Swott Malt Whisky.
 * 1875: Gripping Charms are discovered, revolutionising the design of the Quaffle.
 * 1875: The Ministry of Magic passes the Decree for the Reasonable Restriction of Underage Sorcery.
 * 1876: Peachtree Fizzing Tea brand established.
 * 1876: Hogwarts caretaker Rancorous Carpe devises an elaborate trap to capture and contain Peeves, the resident poltergeist. The trap fails and causes Peeves to come into possession of several dangerous weapons, which leads to an evacuation of the school. After three days, an agreement between Peeves and Headmistress Eupraxia Mole is reached, resulting in Peeves gaining new privileges.
 * 1879: Elias Grimstone creates the Oakshaft 79 broomstick.

Births

 * 1872: Idris Oakby
 * 1874: Sacharissa Tugwood
 * 1877: Sirius Black II to Phineas Nigellus Black and Ursula Flint

Deaths

 * 1872: Crispin Cronk
 * 1872: Licorus Black