Historical Events
- 12.0" (30.5 cm) of rain falls, Quinault RS, Washington (state record)
- The Wilderness Society is founded by conservationists
- WFI-AM in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania merges with WLIT as WFIL (now WEAZ)
Famous Birthdays
- Ann Wedgeworth, American Tony Award-winning stage and screen character actress (Chapter Two; Scarecrow; Evening Shade), born in Abilene, Texas (d. 2017)
About January 21, 1935
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 89 years, 3 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aquarius