Historical Events
- Greg Chappell's best Test bowling, 5-61 v Pakistan at SCG
- Jerry Blatt and Lonnie Burstein's musical "Tricks", based on Molière's classic “The Pranks of Scapin” and starring René Auberjonois, opens at Alvin Theater, NYC; runs for 8 performances
- Judge Sirica begins the trial of the Watergate burglars in Washington, D.C.
- Secret peace talks between US & North Vietnam resumed near Paris
- USSR launches Luna 21 for Moon landing
Famous Birthdays
- Mark Knight, British musician, born in Brighton, England
Famous Weddings
Michael Caine
Actor Michael Caine (40) weds model Shakira Baksh (25) at Candlelight Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas, Nevada
About January 8, 1973
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 2 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: You're So Vain - Carly Simon
#1 Song: Long Haired Lover From Liverpool - Little Jimmy Osmond
