Famous Birthdays
- Donald Erb, American composer known for large orchestral works, born in Youngstown, Ohio (d. 2008)
- Dr Tom Dooley, American humanitarian (d. 1961)
- Eartha Kitt, American singer (Santa Baby), dancer, comedian, actress and activist (Catwoman-Batman), born in North, South Carolina (d. 2008)
- Michael Herford Wooller, TV/film producer
Famous Deaths
Juliette Gordon Low
Juliette Gordon Low, American founder of the Girl Scouts of the USA, dies of breast cancer at 66
Juliette Gordon Low
1927 Highlights
About January 17, 1927
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 93 years, 6 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn
