Friday 9 January 1920
It was Friday, under the sign of Capricorn (see planets position on January 9, 1920). The US president was Woodrow Wilson (Democratic).
Famous people born on this day include José Luis de Villalonga and Clive Dunn.
The Woman in the Suitcase, directed by Fred Niblo, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1920
But much more happened that day: find out below..
You can also have a look at the whole 1920 or at January 09 across the years.
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Historical Events
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Holidays:
- Balloon Ascension Day
- Philippines - Feast of the Black Nazarene in Quiapo district, Manila.
- 1788 - Ratification Day in Connecticut.
- 1822 - "I Will Stay" Day, when the Portuguese prince Pedro decided to stay in Brazil against the orders of the Portugal king Jopo VI, starting the Brazilian independence process.
- 1964 - Memorial day of Patriotic Panamanians for the Panama Canal (Martyrs' Day/Dia de los Martires).
- Eastern Orthodox - Feast of Saint Theophan the Recluse.
- Roman Catholic - Feast of Saint Adrian
- Stepfather's Day
Famous Birthdays:
- José Luis de Villalonga
- Clive Dunn: English actor and singer (d. 2012).
- Chan Canasta: Polish-British magician (d. 1999).
- Hakim Mohammed Said: Pakistani scholar (d. 1998).
- Hakim Said: Pakistani scholar and politician 20th Governor of Sindh (d. 1998).
Facts:
- Thousands of onlookers watch as quotThe Human Flyquot George Polley climbs the New York Woolworth Building. He reaches the 30th floor before being arrested.
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Music Charts
Which were the top hits in that special week of January 1920 ?
Top #3 songs in the USA
- Peggy - Art Hickman & His Orchestra
- Blues (My Naughty Sweetie Gives to Me) - Ted Lewis & His Band
- Wait Till You Get Them Up in the Air, Boys - Billy Murray
