Historical Events
- Royal Ulster Constabulary officers patrol the Falls Road area of Belfast for the first time since 1969
Famous Birthdays
- Eric Charron, Canadian NHL defenseman (Washington Capitals), born in Verdun, Quebec
- Gene Snitsky, American professional wrestler, born in Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania
- Steve Cooke, American baseball pitcher (Pittsburgh Pirates), born in Lihue, Hawaii
- Tyrone Hughes, American NFL cornerback (New Orleans Saints, Chicago Bears), born in New Orleans, Louisiana
Famous Deaths
- John J "Johnny" Murphy, American baseball pitcher (NY Yankees), dies at 61
- William Feller, Croatian mathematician (b. 1906)
1970 Highlights
About January 14, 1970
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 52 years and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Holidays: Makar Sankranti / Pongal (India)
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Capricorn
