Historical Events
1st Live Presidential News Conference
First live, nationally televised presidential news conference, held by JFK
- Military coup in El Salvador
Mahovlich's Goal Record
Toronto left wing Frank Mahovlich scores twice, giving him 39 for the season, and making him highest single season goal scorer in Maple Leafs' history, as Toronto beats Montreal Canadiens, 5-3
101 Dalmatians
Walt Disney's animated film "101 Dalmatians", based on the novel by Dodie Smith and directed by Clyde Geronimi and Hamilton Luske is released in the US
Famous Birthdays
- Michele Tobin, American actress (Fitzpatricks), born in Chicago, Illinois
- Vivian Balakrishnan, Singaporean politician, born in Singapore
About January 25, 1961
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 3 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Will You Love Me Tomorrow - The Shirelles
- #1 Song: Are You Lonesome Tonight - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires