Historical Events
"Die Ratten"
Gerhart Hauptmann's play "Die Ratten" (The Rats) premieres in Berlin
Amundsen at Walvis Bay
Roald Amundsen anchors at Walvis Bay, southwestern Africa
- South Africa cricket team's 1st win over Australia, at Adelaide
Famous Birthdays
- Johannes Bjelke-Petersen, Australian politician, Premier of Queensland (1968-87), born in Dannevirke, New Zealand (d. 2005)
About January 13, 1911
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 113 years, 3 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn