Historical Events
NHL All-Star Game
22nd NHL All-Star Game, Montreal Forum: Western Division ties Eastern Division, 3-3; MVP: Frank Mahovlich, Detroit, LW
Frank Mahovlich
- A partial meltdown at the Lucens nuclear reactor in Switzerland seriously contaminating the cavern containing the reactor; the plant is sealed and decommissioned
Famous Birthdays
- Ashley Sheppard, NFL linebacker (Jacksonville Jaguars)
- Karina Lombard, American actress
- Matt Willig, NFL tackle/guard (Atlanta Falcons, NY Jets)
- Rusty Greer, Ft Rucker AL, outfielder (Texas Rangers)
- Ted Long, CFL slot back (Hamilton Tiger Cats)
- Tsubaki Nekoi, Japanese manga artist