Historical Events
Les Illuminations
Benjamin Britten's song cycle "Les Illuminations" premieres at Aeolian Hall, London, England with soprano Sophie Wyss and the Boyd Neel Orchestra
- Cor Jongert wins 6th Dutch 11 Cities Skating Race
- Hassett's second 122 of the game for Vic can't stop a NSW win
Famous Birthdays
- David C. Johnson, American composer, flautist, educator, and electronic music performer (Stockhausen), born in Batavia, New York (d. 2021)
About January 30, 1940
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 2 months and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius
