Historical Events
- General Spoor orders cease-fire on Sumatra
Fair Deal
US President Harry Truman labels his administration the "Fair Deal"
Famous Birthdays
- George Brown, American rock drummer (Kool & the Gang - "Celebration"), born in Jersey City, New Jersey
About January 5, 1949
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 5 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn
