Historical Events
- 101st member elected to Baseball Hall of Fame, Chicago White Sox shortstop Luke Appling
- US House of Representatives accept Law on the civil rights
- US Supreme Court rules - 1 man 1 vote (Westberry v Sanders)
- WMEM TV channel 10 in Presque Isle, ME (PBS) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Buster Olney, American sports columnist
- Mike Campbell, American pitcher (Chicago Cubs), born in Seattle, Washington
About February 17, 1964
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 7 months and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles
#1 Song: Diane - Bachelors
