Historical Events
- NFL Los Angeles Rams running back Willie Ellison sets NFL record of 247 yards rushing
- Premiere of Dario Fo's Morte accidentale di un anarchico
- Stanley Cup, Conn Smythe Trophy & Bill Masterson Trophy stolen from Hockey Hall of Fame
Famous Birthdays
- Susan Sloane, American tennis star, born in Lexington, Kentucky
- Thomas Smith, American NFL cornerback (Buffalo Bills), born in Gates, North Carolina
1970 Highlights
About December 5, 1970
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 4 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Think I Love You - The Partridge Family Starring Shirley Jones Featuring David Cassidy
- #1 Song: I Hear You Knocking - Dave Edmunds