Historical Events
- Three of the greats of cricket make their debut in a drawn 1st Test match at Bridgetown, Barbados; Sir Clyde Walcott and Sir Everton Weekes for the West Indies, and Jim Laker for England
Famous Birthdays
- Dan Morrison, American baseball umpire (World Series 1992; MLB All Star Game 1988; AL C'ship Series 1989, 96, 99), born in Glasgow, Kentucky (d. 2023)
Famous Deaths
Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari (1876-1948)
Italian light opera composer, dies at 72
Died in 1948 1948 Highlights
About January 21, 1948
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 3 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
