In 1793, Louis XVI was guillotined in Paris.

In 1907, taxi cabs were officially recognised in Britain.

In 1987, Roy Orbison was inducted into the rock 'n' roll hall of fame.

From the Telegraph & Argus of January 21, 1981...

TUC general secretary Len Murray and Yorkshire miners' leader Arthur Scargill will take part in a massive textile union demonstration and rally in Bradford to highlight the plight of the textile and clothing industries. The rally is likely to be the biggest of its kind seen in the city.

From the Telegraph & Argus of January 21, 1956...

In November and December, Shipley Council sold more than 69 tonnes of waste paper for £575. The salvage account showed a surplus of £1,097 for the period up to December 25. Of this, £404 has been distributed among employees as a bonus.