Q: Everybody's favorite president was born on January 7. His greatest accomplishment was installing a bathtub in the White House, thereby making his predecessor Zachary Taylor the last of the dirty politicians. Who was that president?
A: Millard Fillmore. Today is Millard Fillmore Day, marking the birth of the 13th U.S. president on January 7, 1800. The Millard Fillmore Society, a group of proud under-achievers, calls its members "Fillmorons." Fillmore's birthday is often used as an occasion for parties when no other reason exists.
Q: On January 7, 1990 which famous building was closed to the public because of safety concerns?
A: The Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy -- leaning a bit too much!
Q: The first commercial bank in the U.S. opened in what city on January 7, 1782? Everybody who opened a new account got a free toaster. There was a huge line at Ben Franklin's house waiting to plug into his kite.
A: Philadelphia.
Q: Today is Melody Ranch Day, marking the debut on January 7, 1940 of Melody Ranch on CBS Radio. What cowboy kept listeners tuned in for 16 years?
A: Gene Autry.
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