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
- Robert Still, English composer, dies at 60