Historical Events
- Egyptian Premier General Naguib disbands all political parties
- KXLY TV channel 4 in Spokane, WA (ABC/CBS) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Robert Jay Mathews, American neo-Nazi, born in Marfa, Texas (d. 1984)
1953 Highlights
About January 16, 1953
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 5 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: You Belong To Me - Jo Stafford