Historical Events
Discovery of X-rays
"Die Presse" newspaper (Germany) publicly announces Wilhelm Röntgen's discovery of X-rays and their potential for new methods of medical diagnoses in a front-page article
- Isaac Albéniz' opera "Pepita Jiminez" premieres in Barcelona
Famous Birthdays
- Hendrik Algra, Dutch teacher, journalist, historian, and politician (ARP), born in Hurdegaryp, Netherlands (d. 1982)
About January 5, 1896
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 128 years, 3 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Capricorn
