January 9th, 2009

Today in History

2002:
The United States Department of Justice announces it is going to pursue a criminal investigation of Enron.

1986:
After losing a patent battle with Polaroid, Kodak leaves the instant camera business.

1960:
Construction of the Aswan Dam begins in Egypt.

1857:
Fort Tejon earthquake, with an estimated magnitude of 7.9

1788:
Connecticut becomes the fifth state to join the United States.