Historical Events
Jackie Robinson Retires
Dodgers' Jackie Robinson announces his retirement rather than be traded to the NY Giants
Event of Interest
US President Eisenhower asks Congress to send troops to the Middle East
Famous Birthdays
- Elizabeth Mrema, Tanzanian environmental leader (UN Environment Program),
- Kevin Hastings, Australian rugby league footballer, born in Surry Hills, Australia
- Vincent Calloway, American trumpet player (Midnight Star - "No Parking On The Dance Floor"; "Operator"), born in Cincinnati, Ohio
About January 5, 1957
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 8 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Singing The Blues - Tommy Steele & The Steelmen
