What Happened on January 22, 1957

Historical Events

  • Mad Bomber (George P Metesky) accused of 30 explosions, arrested

Famous Birthdays

  • Francis Wheen, English writer and journalist, born in England

Mike Bossy (1957-2022)

Canadian Hockey HOF right wing (Stanley Cup 1980-83; Conn Smythe Trophy 1982; 7 x NHL All Star; NY Islanders), born in Montreal, Quebec

  • Rene Requiestas, Filipino actor and comedian, born in Tondo, Philippines (d. 1993)

Famous Deaths

  • Paul Walden, Latvian chemist (Walden inversion, room-temperature ionic liquid, ethylammonium nitrate), dies at 93
Died in 1957 1957 Highlights

About January 22, 1957

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 3 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: The Garden Of Eden - Frankie Vaughan