Historical Events
Music Premiere
Dmitri Shostakovich' 15th Symphony premieres in Moscow
- NCAA announces freshman can play on teams starting in fall
Famous Birthdays
- Brandie Burton, American golfer (du Maurier Classic 1993, 98), born in San Bernardino, California
Famous Deaths
Kenneth Patchen (1911-1972)
American writer (See You in the Morning), dies at 60
- Wesley Ruggles, American actor, producer and director (I'm No Angel, Arizona, Too Many Husbands), dies at 82
About January 8, 1972
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 2 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Brand New Key - Melanie
#1 Song: I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing (In Perfect Harmony) - New Seekers
