Historical Events
- "King of Schnorrers" closes at Playhouse Theater NYC after 63 performances
- Head of narcotic brigade arrested for drug smuggling in Belgium
- Togo's constitution becomes effective
Famous Birthdays
- Akira Kaji, Japanese footballer
- Krzysztof Czerwinski, Polish conductor and organist, born in Poznan, Poland
- Michael Rupp, American ice hockey player
- Nils-Eric Johansson, Swedish footballer
Famous Deaths
- Andre Kostelanetz, Russian-American conductor (Lincoln Portrarit), dies of pneumonia at 78
1980 Highlights
About January 13, 1980
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 40 years and 7 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
