Historical Events
- German government refuses to recognize DDR
Conference of Interest
US President Dwight D. Eisenhower in a news conference is first to voice fear of a "domino-effect" of communism in the Indo-China region
- WALB TV channel 10 in Albany, GA (NBC/ABC) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Clark Gillies, Canadian Hockey HOF left wing (Stanley Cup 1980, 81, 82, 83 New York Islanders; Buffalo Sabres), born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan (d. 2022)
- Donna White, American golfer (US Open runner-up 1982), born in Kinston, North Carolina
Jackie Chan (70 years old)
Hong Kong martial arts actor (Rumble in the Bronx), born in Hong Kong
- Tony Dorsett, American College and Pro Football Hall of Fame running back (Heisman Trophy 1976, U of Pittsburgh; Super Bowl 1977; Pro Bowl 1978, 81–83; Dallas Cowboys), born in Rochester, Pennsylvania
About April 7, 1954
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 70 years and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: I See The Moon - Stargazers
