Historical Events
This Is Tom Jones
"This Is Tom Jones" debuts on ABC TV
Event of Interest
Al-Fatah-leader Yasser Arafat becomes president of PLO
- British rock band The Who record their song "Pinball Wizard" at Morgan Studio's, London
- Diane Crump becomes 1st woman jockey at a major US racetrack (Hialeah)
- The original Hetch Hetchy Moccasin Powerhouse is removed from service
Famous Birthdays
- Fiona Robinson-Hannan, Australian basketball player (Olympic bronze 1996), born in Perth, Western Australia
Famous Deaths
- Bainbridge Crist, composer, dies at 85
About February 7, 1969
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 54 years, 7 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Crimson And Clover - Tommy James And The Shondells
#1 Song: (If Paradise Is) Half As Nice - Amen Corner
