What Happened on January 13, 1914

Historical Events

  • Emmerich Kálmán, C. C. S. Cushing and E. P. Heath's operetta "Sári" opens at the Liberty Theatre, later transferring to the New Amsterdam Theatre, NYC; runs for 151 performances
  • Industrial Workers of the World leader and songwriter Joe Hill arrested for murder during a robbery

Famous Deaths

  • Bernardus Hermanus Heldt, Dutch trade union leader and politician, dies at 72
  • Valentin Zubiaurre Spanish composer (Ferdinand Set), and educator, dies at 76
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About January 13, 1914

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 110 years, 3 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn