Historical Events
- Thought extinct since 1615, a Cahow (the Bermuda petrel) is rediscovered in Bermuda
Famous Birthdays
- John McTiernan, American actor (Predator, Die Hard, Medicine Man), born in Albany, New York
- Kenny Anthony, Saint Lucian politician, born in Laborie, Saint Lucia
- Paul Dresher, American composer, born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Weddings
Burgess Meredith
American actor Burgess Meredith (43) weds (his 4th and final time) Swedish-American ballerina Kaja Sundsten (21), until his death in 1997
Famous Deaths
- Samuel D. Riddle, American thoroughbred owner (Man 'o War, War Admiral), dies at 89
1951 Highlights
About January 8, 1951
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 72 years, 2 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn
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