Historical Events
- "Soon" closes at Ritz Theater NYC after 3 performances
Event of Interest
In a high profile NHL trade, the Montreal Canadiens obtain future Hockey Hall of Fame left wing Frank Mahovlich from Detroit, in exchange for Bill Collins, Guy Charron and Mickey Redmond
Frank Mahovlich
Famous Birthdays
- Elmer Dessens, Hermosillo Mexico, pitcher (Pittsburgh Pirates)
- John Mallory Asher, American film actor/director
Famous Deaths
- Bernard "Heinz" Lammerding, German SS-gen/contractor (Tulle), dies at 65
- Henri Tomasi, French conductor, classical and film music composer (Requiem for Peace; The Silence of the Sea), dies at 69
- Robert Still, English composer, dies at 60
1971 Highlights
About January 13, 1971
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 6 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn
