Historical Events
- 1st Rose Bowl, Tournament Park, Pasadena, California: Michigan beats Stanford, 49-0; MVP: Neil Snow, Michigan, FB
- Nathan Stubblefield makes 1st public demonstration of radio, Pennsylvania
Famous Birthdays
- Buster Nupen, South African cricket all-rounder (17 Tests, 50 wickets; one eye only), born near Alesund, Norway (d. 1977)
About January 1, 1902
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 122 years, 6 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
