January 01

Tuesday 01, 1935:

Bucknell University wins the first Orange Bowl 26-0 over the University of Miami.

Wednesday 01, 1908:

1908 - The first payments of old-age pensions were made in Britain, with persons over 70 receiving five shillings (25p) a week.

Tuesday 01, 1901:

The first official Mummers Parade is held.

Friday 01, 1892:

Ellis Island opens to begin accepting immigrants to the United States.

Sunday 01, 1804:

French rule ends in Haiti.

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