Historical Events
- NBC presents 440th & final showing of "Bonanza"
- USSR's Lunakhod 2 begins radio-controlled exploration of Moon
Famous Birthdays
- Josie Davis, American actress (Sarah-Charles in Charge, Two and a Half Men), born in Los Angeles, California
- Mario Bates, American NFL-running back (New Orleans Saints), born in Victoria, Texas
- Willie Whitehead, American CFL defensive end (Hamilton Tiger Cats), born in Tuskegee, Alabama
1973 Highlights
About January 16, 1973
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 1 month and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn