Historical Events
John Gabriel Borkman
Henrik Ibsen's play "John Gabriel Borkman" premieres in Helsingfors
- Ukrainian bacteriologist Wademar Haffkine performs the first human trial for a vaccine for the plague on himself during the Bombay epidemic
Istar
Vincent d'Indy's "Istar" premieres in Amsterdam & Brussels
Famous Birthdays
- Albert Moeschinger, Swiss composer, born in Basel, Switzerland (d. 1985)
- Sam Chatmon, American Delta blues guitarist, banjo player, and singer (The Mississippi Sheiks), born in Bolton, Mississippi (d. 1983)
About January 10, 1897
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 3 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Capricorn
