Historical Events
- Rodman Wanamaker organises a lunch to discuss forming a golfers association (later the PGA) at the Taplow Club, Martinique Hotel, New York City
Famous Birthdays
- Joel Herron, American orchestra leader (Jaye P Morgan Show), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 2012)
About January 17, 1916
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 108 years, 6 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn
