Historical Events
- For 2nd time in his career, St Louis' Jerry Norton has 4 interceptions
- Pro Baseball Rules Committee votes 8-1 against legalizing the spitball
Famous Birthdays
- Dave Hannan, Canadian NHL center (Buffalo Sabres, Colorado Avalanche), born in Onaping Falls, Ontario
- Ivory [Lisa Moretti], American professional wrestler, born in Inglewood, California
- Marcy Walker, American actress (All My Children - "Liza"; Santa Barbara), born in Paducah, Kentucky
Famous Deaths
- Alexander Borisovich Goldenweiser, Russian-Soviet pianist, composer, and teacher, dies at 86
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About November 26, 1961
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 5 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Big Bad John - Jimmy Dean
- #1 Song: (Marie's The Name) His Latest Flame/Little Sister - Elvis Presley