January 14, 1909 (Thursday)
- A methane explosion and fire at a coal mine in Ajka, Hungary killed 55 miners. A museum was erected at the site of the Armin Akna coal mine in 1965, along with a memorial plaque.
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Famous quotes containing the word january:
“I have never been disappointed when I asked in a humble and sincere way for God’s help. I pray often. I think I pray more often since January 12th.”
—Jimmy Carter (James Earl Carter, Jr.)