Famous Birthdays
- Benny Morton, American jazz trombonist (Teddy Wilson Sextet), born in New York City (d. 1985)
- Emanuel Sayles, American jazz banjo player (Preservation Hall Jazz Band), born in Donaldsonville, Louisiana (d. 1986)
Famous Deaths
- Timothy Eaton, Irish-born Canadian department store founder (Eatons), dies at 72
Died in 1907 1907 Highlights
About January 31, 1907
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 117 years, 2 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aquarius
