What Happened on January 13, 1968

Historical Events

  • "Hallelujah, Baby!" closes at Martin Beck Theater NYC after 293 performances
  • "Illya Darling" closes at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC after 320 performances

Cash Performs at State Prison

Johnny Cash performs for inmates at Folsom State Prison in Folsom, California; show is recorded for live album release

  • Minnesota North Stars NHL player Bill Masterson, suffers head injuries during a game and dies two days later, becoming the 1st player to die as result of a game

Famous Birthdays

  • Andy Jassy, American business executive (CEO of Amazon)
  • Chara [Miwa Watabiki], Japanese singer and actress (Swallowtail Butterfly), born in Kawaguchi, Saitama, Japan
  • Kelly Boucher, Canadian basketball forward (first Canadian to play in WNBA 1998 Charlotte Sting), born in Calgary, Alberta

About January 13, 1968

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 3 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • USUK #1 Song: Hello Goodbye - The Beatles