Historical Events
- General Motors begins mass production of diesel engines
Famous Birthdays
- Denny Smith, American politician (Rep-R-OR, 1981-91), bornin Ontario, Oregon
- Eskil Hemberg, Swedish composer, conductor (Stockholm University Chorus, 1959-84), and artistic director (Royal Swedish Opera, 1987-96), born in Stockholm (d. 2004)
1938 Highlights
About January 19, 1938
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 85 years and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
