Historical Events
Historic Event
Benito Mussolini disallows non-fascist work union
- Russian city of St Petersburg renamed Leningrad (changed back in 1991)
Famous Birthdays
- David Craighead, American organist and educator, born in Strasburg, Pennsylvania (d. 2012)
- John Spencer, Earl of Spencer, English peer and father of Diana, Princess of Wales, born in London, England (d. 1992)
- Marvin Kaplan, American character and voice actor (Top Cat- "Choo Choo"; Alice - "Henry"), born in Brooklyn, New York (d. 2016)
- Robert Kastenmeier, American politician (Rep-D-WI, 1959-91), born in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Famous Deaths
- Marie-Adélaïde, Grand Duchess of Luxembourg, dies at 29
- Thephilo Braga, Portuguese poet & politician, dies at 80
1924 Highlights
About January 24, 1924
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 98 years, 3 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
