Historical Events
- Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) strikes down 148 year policy of excluding black men from priesthood
Event of Interest
Johannes Gutenberg's Bible, the first book produced using the printing press, (1 of 21 complete versions) sells for $2.4 million, London
Boxing Title Fight
Larry Holmes beats Ken Norton in 15 for heavyweight boxing title
1978 History
Famous Birthdays
- Matthew Bellamy, British singer, guitarist, and songwriter (Muse - "Uprising"; "Supermassive Black Hole"), born in Cambridge, England
- Michaela Conlin, American actress
- Miroslav Klose, German footballer (Bayern Munich, Lazio), born in Opole, Poland
- Shandi Finnessey, game hostess
Famous Deaths
- Chief Tahachee [Jeff Davis Tahchee Cypert], Cherokee stage and film actor, dies from a heart attack at 74
About June 9, 1978
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 11 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: You're The One That I Want - John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John
#1 Song: Rivers Of Babylon/Brown Girl In The Ring - Boney M
