What Happened on January 9, 1964

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

  • US #1 Song: There! I've Said It Again - Bobby Vinton
  • UK #1 Song: I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles