Historical Events
- Antwerp Belgium diocese forms
- Larry Costello scores 32 consecutive pts without a miss (NBA rec)
Chamberlain's 78 Points
Philadelphia Warriors center Wilt Chamberlain scores 78 points in 151-147 3OT defeat to LA Lakers at Philadelphia Civic Center; 2nd highest game total in the NBA history
- South Africa v NZ, Durban debuts for Eddie Barlow & Peter Pollock
Famous Birthdays
- Ann Coulter, American author, political commentator, and attorney
- Mikey Robins, Australian comedian
Famous Deaths
- William Beatton Moonie, Scottish composer (The Weird of Colbar; Echoes of Perthshire), dies at 71
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About December 8, 1961
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 4 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Please Mr. Postman - The Marvelettes
#1 Song: Tower Of Strength - Frankie Vaughan
