Historical Events
- Roger Hartigan scores century on Test debut v England in Adelaide (116)
Famous Birthdays
- (Ruggiero) "Russ" Columbo, American pop baritone singer ("You Call It Madness, But I Call It Love"), songwriter ("Prisoner of Love"), actor (Wake Up And Dream), and violinist, born in Camden, New Jersey (d. 1934)
Famous Deaths
- Holger Drachmann, Danish writer (Modern Breakthrough Movement), dies at 61
1908 Highlights
About January 14, 1908
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 115 years, 8 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
