Other Notable Events for January 24

History & Quotes / January 24, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1848, gold was discovered at John Sutter's mill near Sacramento. The discovery touched off the great gold rush of 1849.

In 1908, the first Boy Scout troop was organized in ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for January 24

History & Quotes / January 24, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- English dramatist William Congreve in 1670
- British social reformer Edwin Chadwick in 1800
- author Edith Wharton in 1862
- abstract painter Robert Motherwell...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / January 24, 2024

Today is Wednesday, Jan. 24, the 24th day of 2024 with 342 to follow.

The moon is waxing. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Uranus and Venus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus.

This Day in History, January 24

History & Quotes / January 24, 2024

On January 24th, 1984, the Apple Macintosh went on sale for the first time.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / January 23, 2024

A thought for the day: You really have to be in touch with your soul and spirit and your imagination -- it keeps you in shape, and it makes you like yourself a bit more. -- American actor Chita Rivera

Other Notable Events for January 23

History & Quotes / January 23, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1789, Georgetown College was founded in Georgetown, Md., which later would be part of the District of Columbia.

In 1845, the U.S. Congress decided that all national ...Read More