Famous Birthdays
- Jack Wagner, American actor (The Razor's Edge, Under Two Flags, Jive Junction), born in Cleveland, Ohio (d. 1965)
- Theo Mackeben, German pianist and composer (Lady Fanny, Bel Ami), born in Starogard Gdański, Poland (d. 1953)
1897 Highlights
About January 5, 1897
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 2 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Capricorn