1. The first double-decker bridge in the United States was opened in Rhode Island on January 22, 1929. The new bridge spanned the Seekonk River and connected the cities of Providence and East Providence, providing a more efficient transportation route for commuters and travelers alike.

2. On January 22, 1775, the Rhode Island General Assembly refused to comply with the British government's request to supply troops for the upcoming war against the American colonies. This decision marked an important turning point in Rhode Island's fight for independence and set the stage for their future involvement in the Revolutionary War.

3. Rhode Island's founding father Roger Williams arrived in America on January 22, 1631, after a long and perilous journey from England. Williams eventually settled in Massachusetts Bay Colony but would later leave due to his disagreements with the religious leaders of the time, founding what would become Rhode Island as a place of religious tolerance and freedom.

4. January 22, 1970 marked a historic day for environmentalists in Rhode Island and across the country. The state's governor signed into law the nation's first bottle deposit law, commonly known as the "Bottle Bill", which aimed to incentivize recycling and reduce waste by charging consumers a small fee for every beverage container they purchased.

5. On January 22, 1901, Rhode Island's first automobile show opened in Providence. The show featured a variety of the latest models and designs from prominent automobile manufacturers of the time, and attracted car enthusiasts and curious visitors from all over the region. The event helped to solidify Rhode Island's place in the emerging automotive industry of the early 20th century.