Historical Events
Burgos Treaty
Belgian premier signs Burgos Treaty for trade relations with Franco's Spain
- The Black Friday bush fires burn 20,000 square kilometres of land in Australia, claiming the lives of 71 people.
Famous Birthdays
- Jacek Gmoch, Polish footballer and coach
Famous Deaths
- Jacob Ruppert Jr., American Baseball HOF executive (owner New York Yankees 1915-39; signed Babe Ruth; built Yankee Stadium), dies from phlebitis at 71
Died in 1939 1939 Highlights
About January 13, 1939
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 85 years, 3 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn
