What Happened on January 23, 1954

Historical Events

  • Equal longest undefeated streak in Toronto Maple Leaf history ends - 18 games, 16 wins, 2 ties
  • Harry van Thorn chosen chairman of Dutch KVP

Famous Birthdays

  • Edward Ka-Spel [Sharp] British avant-garde singer-songwriter (Legendary Pink Dots), born in London, England
  • Franco De Vita, Venezuelan spanish singer (Extranjero), born in Caracas, Venezuela
  • Richard Finch, American disco and rock bassist, songwriter and producer (KC and the Sunshine Band - "Shake Your Booty"; "I'm Your Boogie Man"), born in Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Trevor Hohns, Australian cricketer (Australian leg-spinner 1989), born in Queensland, Australia

About January 23, 1954

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 3 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Oh Mein Papa - Eddie Calvert