Historical Events
- Edwin Justus Mayer's "Children of Darkness" premieres in NYC
- Marguerite Perey discovers francium (Fr), the last naturally occurring element to be found
Famous Birthdays
- Douglas Kiker, American NBC newsman (1970 Peabody Award), born in Griffin, Georgia (d. 1991)
- Eddie LeBaron, American NFL quarterback (Pro Bowl 1955, 57, 58, 62; Washington Redskins, Dallas Cowboys), born in San Rafael, California (d. 2015)
About January 7, 1930
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 94 years, 3 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Capricorn
