Historical Events
Robinson's Record Contract
Jackie Robinson signs highest contract ($35,000) in Dodger history
Famous Birthdays
- Benjamin Urrutia, Ecuadorian-born American writer, born in Guayaquil, Ecuador
- Daniel Auteuil, French actor (Elegant Criminal, Manon of Spring), born in Algiers, Algeria
- Laura Kelly, American politician, Governor of Kansas (2019-), born in New York City
Famous Deaths
- Bull Montana [Luigi Montagna], Italian actor (Brass Buttons, Victory, The Son of the Sheik), dies from coronary thrombosis at 62
Died in 1950 1950 Highlights
About January 24, 1950
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 3 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aquarius
