Historical Events
- All time great England cricket spin bowler Jim Laker takes 7-103 in his first Test innings in 1st Test v West Indies in Bridgetown, Barbados
Famous Birthdays
- Gilbert Levine, American orchestral conductor, born in Brooklyn, New York
- Northern Calloway, American actor (d. 1990)
1948 Highlights
About January 22, 1948
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 75 years and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius