Historical Events
- Addie Joss & Larry MacPhail elected to Baseball Hall of Fame
Radio Premiere
Mutual Broadcasting Network begins airing the late-night "Larry King Show" on radio, from Miami, Florida
Famous Birthdays
- John Patterson, American baseball player, born in Orange, Texas
1978 Highlights
About January 30, 1978
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 45 years and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Stayin' Alive - Bee Gees
#1 Song: Up Town Top Ranking - Althia & Donna