Historical Events
- Anti-US rioting broke out in Panama Canal Zone
Famous Birthdays
- Stan Javier, Dominican outfielder (Oak A's, SF Giants), born in San Francisco de MacorĂs, Dominican Republic
Famous Deaths
- Frank "Big Boy" Goudie, American jazz tenor saxophonist and clarinetist, and upholsterer, dies of cancer at 64
- Halide Edib Adevar/Salih, Turkish feminist (Handan), dies at about 80
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights
About January 9, 1964
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 3 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: There! I've Said It Again - Bobby Vinton
- #1 Song: I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles