Historical Events
- Congress overrides Wilson's veto, curtailing Asian immigration
- Morosco Theater opens at 217 W 45th St NYC (demolished 1982)
Pershing's Troops Leave Mexico
The last of the American troops commanded by General John Pershing leave Mexico; President Carranza will be assassinated within the next year
Famous Deaths
- Jaber II Al-Sabah, Emir of Kuwait (b. 1860)
- Paul Rubens, English musical comedy composer, (Miss Hook of Holland), dies at 41
Died in 1917 1917 Highlights
About February 5, 1917
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 107 years, 2 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius
