Historical Events
- "Front Page" debuts on CBS-TV
- "Inside USA With Chevrolet" debuts on CBS-TV
- Elia Kazan's "Pinky" starring Ethel Waters opens at Rivoli
Famous Birthdays
- George Dalaras, Greek singer
- Steve Busby, footballer
- Tony Hoty, actor (Ransom, Paper), born in Cleveland, Ohio
Famous Weddings
- George Lascelles marries Maria Stein